Chicago, Illinois vs. Durham, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Durham, North Carolina is 9.2% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $590,049 in Durham, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Durham, North Carolina is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
39% cheaper in Durham
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Durham, NC
Compared to Chicago, Durham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  39.3% lower
  Health
  11.3% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  10.6% lower
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