Chicago, Illinois vs. Independence, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Missouri is 20.4% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $87,570 in Independence, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Missouri is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Independence
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Independence, MO
Compared to Chicago, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.4% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% higher
  Commute
  33.4% lower
  Health
  16.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% lower