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CHICAGO vs. HOMETOWN
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Hometown, Illinois
The cost of living in Hometown, Illinois is
12.8%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$219,450
in Hometown, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hometown, Illinois is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Hometown
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Hometown, IL
Compared to Chicago, Hometown is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.8% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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3.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
45.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.4% higher
Commute
3.5% lower
Health
0.0% higher
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Personal
1.1% higher
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