Chicago, Illinois vs. Mars Hill, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mars Hill, North Carolina is 11.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $44,088 in Mars Hill, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mars Hill, North Carolina is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% cheaper in Mars Hill
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Mars Hill, NC
Compared to Chicago, Mars Hill is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.4% higher
  Commute
  36.8% lower
  Health
  39.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.3% lower