Chicago, Illinois vs. Galveston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Galveston, Texas is 12.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $130,866 in Galveston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galveston, Texas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
43% cheaper in Galveston
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Galveston, TX
Compared to Chicago, Galveston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  1.9% lower
  Commute
  43.8% lower
  Health
  11.0% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  2.7% lower
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