Chicago, Illinois vs. Irving, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Irving, Texas is 5.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $64,581 in Irving, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irving, Texas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Irving
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Irving, TX
Compared to Chicago, Irving is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.0% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% higher
  Commute
  19.7% lower
  Health
  11.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% lower