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CHICAGO vs. CHICO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Chico, California

The cost of living in Chico, California is 6.6% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $117,272 in Chico, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chico, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
54% more expensive in Chico
than in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL vs Chico, CA

Compared to Chicago, Chico is:

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6.6% higher

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4.9% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

59.6% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

19.4% higher

Commute

38.7% lower

Health

37.3% higher

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Personal

4.7% lower

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