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CHICAGO vs. CARY
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Cary, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Cary, North Carolina is
6.1%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$67,933
in Cary, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cary, North Carolina is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
102% more expensive in Cary
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Cary, NC
Compared to Chicago, Cary is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
61.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.1% higher
Commute
37.6% lower
Health
7.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.0% lower
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