Chicago, Illinois vs. Edgewood, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Edgewood, Kentucky is 9.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $45,205 in Edgewood, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Edgewood, Kentucky is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
46% cheaper in Edgewood
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Edgewood, KY
Compared to Chicago, Edgewood is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.6% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  32.1% lower
  Health
  23.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.3% lower