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CHICAGO vs. FEDERAL WAY
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Federal Way, Washington
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Federal Way, Washington is
24.9%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$37,458
in Federal Way, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Federal Way, Washington is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% more expensive in Federal Way
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Federal Way, WA
Compared to Chicago, Federal Way is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
55.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
24.0% lower
Commute
7.4% higher
Health
0.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.6% higher
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