Chicago, Illinois vs. Lebanon, Tennessee

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lebanon, Tennessee is 3.9% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $96,089 in Lebanon, Tennessee to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lebanon, Tennessee is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
33% cheaper in Lebanon
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Lebanon, TN
Compared to Chicago, Lebanon is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.7% higher
  Commute
  30.8% lower
  Health
  14.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% lower