Chicago, Illinois vs. McAllen, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in McAllen, Texas is 26.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $51,359 in McAllen, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, McAllen, Texas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in McAllen
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Mcallen, TX
Compared to Chicago, Mcallen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  37.8% lower
  Health
  11.0% higher
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  Personal
  21.3% lower
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