Chicago, Illinois vs. Brooklyn, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Brooklyn, New York is 72.0% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $257,961 in Brooklyn, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Brooklyn, New York is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
211% more expensive in Brooklyn
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Brooklyn, NY
Compared to Chicago, Brooklyn is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  72.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  21.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  233.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  63.4% higher
  Commute
  39.1% higher
  Health
  45.0% higher
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  Personal
  12.1% higher
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