Chicago, Illinois vs. Holland, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Holland, Michigan is 15.2% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $50,894 in Holland, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Holland, Michigan is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
40% cheaper in Holland
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Holland, MI
Compared to Chicago, Holland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.2% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  36.6% lower
  Health
  7.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% lower