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CHICAGO vs. DECATUR
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Decatur, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Decatur, Illinois is
36.2%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$36,993
in Decatur, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decatur, Illinois is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Decatur
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Decatur, IL
Compared to Chicago, Decatur is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
36.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
72.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.6% higher
Commute
49.5% lower
Health
26.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.4% lower
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