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CHICAGO vs. MILWAUKEE
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Milwaukee, Wisconsin

The cost of living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is 21.1% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $536,260 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Milwaukee, Wisconsin is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Milwaukee
than in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL vs Milwaukee, WI

Compared to Chicago, Milwaukee is:

Homeowner

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21.1% lower

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4.4% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

46.3% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

9.1% higher

Commute

26.3% lower

Health

5.9% higher

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Personal

10.8% lower

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