Chicago, Illinois vs. Minocqua, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Minocqua, Wisconsin is 14.7% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $42,644 in Minocqua, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Minocqua, Wisconsin is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
45% cheaper in Minocqua
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Minocqua, WI
Compared to Chicago, Minocqua is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.7% 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
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% higher
  Commute
  45.4% lower
  Health
  9.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% lower