Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Montpelier, Vermont


The cost of living in Montpelier, Vermont is 7.1% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $69,693 in Montpelier, Vermont to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montpelier, Vermont is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
51% cheaper in Montpelier
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Montpelier, VT
Compared to Chicago, Montpelier is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% 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
  12.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.0% higher
  Commute
  51.6% lower
  Health
  46.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% lower

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