Chicago, Illinois vs. Douglas, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Douglas, Arizona is 29.2% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $35,382 in Douglas, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Douglas, Arizona is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Douglas
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Douglas, AZ
Compared to Chicago, Douglas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.2% 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
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% higher
  Commute
  46.9% lower
  Health
  20.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% lower