Chicago, Illinois vs. International Falls, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in International Falls, Minnesota is 38.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $52,709 in International Falls, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, International Falls, Minnesota is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% cheaper in International Falls
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. International Falls, MN
Compared to Chicago, International Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.0% 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
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  52.6% lower
  Health
  2.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% lower