Chicago, Illinois vs. Montgomery, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montgomery, Alabama is 28.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $107,961 in Montgomery, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montgomery, Alabama is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Montgomery
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Montgomery, AL
Compared to Chicago, Montgomery is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.7% higher
  Commute
  41.2% lower
  Health
  37.4% higher
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  Personal
  11.9% lower
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