Chicago, Illinois vs. Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Eau Claire, Wisconsin is 17.1% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $207,169 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Eau Claire, Wisconsin is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% cheaper in Eau Claire
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Eau Claire, WI
Compared to Chicago, Eau Claire is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  45.3% lower
  Health
  42.5% higher
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  Personal
  9.0% lower
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