Chicago, Illinois vs. Green Valley, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Green Valley, Arizona is 15.1% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $42,458 in Green Valley, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Green Valley, Arizona is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
40% cheaper in Green Valley
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Green Valley, AZ
Compared to Chicago, Green Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.1% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.2% higher
  Commute
  34.1% lower
  Health
  3.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% lower