Chicago, Illinois vs. Big Sky, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Big Sky, Montana is 7.3% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $128,715 in Big Sky, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Big Sky, Montana is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
146% more expensive in Big Sky
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Big Sky, MT
Compared to Chicago, Big Sky is:
  Homeowner
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  7.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.5% lower
  Commute
  44.7% lower
  Health
  16.5% higher
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  Personal
  6.4% lower
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