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CHICAGO vs. COLUMBIA
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Columbia, Missouri
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, Missouri is
16.4%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$75,251
in Columbia, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Missouri is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% cheaper in Columbia
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Columbia, MO
Compared to Chicago, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
20.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.7% higher
Commute
46.7% lower
Health
41.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.5% lower
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