Chicago, Illinois vs. Marietta, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marietta, Ohio is 28.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $35,987 in Marietta, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marietta, Ohio is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Marietta
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Marietta, OH
Compared to Chicago, Marietta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.0% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.8% higher
  Commute
  56.2% lower
  Health
  19.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% lower