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CHICAGO vs. COSTA MESA
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Costa Mesa, California
The cost of living in Costa Mesa, California is
65.5%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$99,330
in Costa Mesa, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Costa Mesa, California is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
286% more expensive in Costa Mesa
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Costa Mesa, CA
Compared to Chicago, Costa Mesa is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
65.5% higher
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8.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
244.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
2.6% lower
Commute
23.0% lower
Health
6.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
1.8% lower
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