Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Marfa, Texas


The cost of living in Marfa, Texas is 27.1% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $36,453 in Marfa, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marfa, Texas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Marfa
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Marfa, TX
Compared to Chicago, Marfa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.1% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.3% higher
  Commute
  51.8% lower
  Health
  30.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.9% lower

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