Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Magnolia, Arkansas


The cost of living in Magnolia, Arkansas is 35.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $32,076 in Magnolia, Arkansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Magnolia, Arkansas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Magnolia
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Magnolia, AR
Compared to Chicago, Magnolia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.8% 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
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  54.9% lower
  Health
  5.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.0% lower

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