Chicago, Illinois vs. Blackstone, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Blackstone, Virginia is 29.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $42,123 in Blackstone, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Blackstone, Virginia is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Blackstone
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Blackstone, VA
Compared to Chicago, Blackstone is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% higher
  Commute
  45.5% lower
  Health
  22.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.0% lower