Chicago, Illinois vs. Laurel, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laurel, Mississippi is 33.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $33,520 in Laurel, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Mississippi is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Laurel
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Laurel, MS
Compared to Chicago, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.5% higher
  Commute
  50.5% lower
  Health
  16.8% higher
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  Personal
  11.7% lower
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