Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Clemson, South Carolina


The cost of living in Clemson, South Carolina is 12.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $62,075 in Clemson, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Clemson, South Carolina is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
55% cheaper in Clemson
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Clemson, SC
Compared to Chicago, Clemson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.6% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.1% higher
  Commute
  44.3% lower
  Health
  24.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% lower

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