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CHICAGO vs. FRESNO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Fresno, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fresno, California is
3.8%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$34,626
in Fresno, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fresno, California is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
27% cheaper in Fresno
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Fresno, CA
Compared to Chicago, Fresno is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
3.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
8.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
21.1% higher
Commute
26.6% lower
Health
5.8% higher
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
6.6% lower
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