Chicago, Illinois vs. Grand Junction, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Junction, Colorado is 10.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $44,693 in Grand Junction, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Junction, Colorado is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
44% cheaper in Grand Junction
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Grand Junction, CO
Compared to Chicago, Grand Junction is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.6% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% higher
  Commute
  44.0% lower
  Health
  1.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.8% lower