Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Merrimac, Wisconsin


The cost of living in Merrimac, Wisconsin is 6.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $46,605 in Merrimac, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Merrimac, Wisconsin is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
28% cheaper in Merrimac
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Merrimac, WI
Compared to Chicago, Merrimac is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.8% 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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% higher
  Commute
  32.0% lower
  Health
  4.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.6% lower

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