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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs East Palo Alto, California

The cost of living in East Palo Alto, California is 71.8% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $158,079 in East Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, East Palo Alto, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
234% more expensive in East Palo Alto
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs East Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Chicago, East Palo Alto is:
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  71.8% higher
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  23.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  325.3% higher
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  Utilities
  3.1% lower
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  0.3% lower
  Health
  33.4% higher
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  Personal
  13.0% higher
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