Chicago, Illinois vs. Hamden, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hamden, Connecticut is 1.0% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $35,358 in Hamden, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hamden, Connecticut is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
36% more expensive in Hamden
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Hamden, CT
Compared to Chicago, Hamden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.0% higher
      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
  8.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.3% higher
  Commute
  18.9% lower
  Health
  36.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.8% higher