Chicago, Illinois vs. Magnolia, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Magnolia, Mississippi is 32.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $87,635 in Magnolia, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Magnolia, Mississippi is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Magnolia
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Magnolia, MS
Compared to Chicago, Magnolia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.6% 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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% higher
  Commute
  45.7% lower
  Health
  14.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.0% lower