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CHICAGO vs. FORT LAUDERDALE
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is
10.3%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$496,506
in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Lauderdale, Florida is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% more expensive in Fort Lauderdale
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Fort Lauderdale, FL
Compared to Chicago, Fort Lauderdale is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
10.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
10.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
37.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.9% higher
Commute
5.6% lower
Health
12.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.5% lower
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