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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Fargo, North Dakota
The cost of living in Fargo, North Dakota is
16.7%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$333,302
in Fargo, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fargo, North Dakota is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% cheaper in Fargo
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Fargo, ND
Compared to Chicago, Fargo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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2.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
2.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.5% lower
Commute
44.2% lower
Health
8.0% higher
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Personal
8.4% lower
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