Chicago, Illinois vs. Garland, Utah

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Garland, Utah is 12.4% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $43,808 in Garland, Utah to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Garland, Utah is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
50% cheaper in Garland
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Garland, UT
Compared to Chicago, Garland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% higher
  Commute
  38.0% lower
  Health
  16.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% lower