Chicago, Illinois vs. Covington, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Covington, Georgia is 12.3% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $17,542 in Covington, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Covington, Georgia is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
45% cheaper in Covington
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Covington, GA
Compared to Chicago, Covington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.3% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% higher
  Commute
  15.7% lower
  Health
  18.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% lower