Chicago, Illinois vs. Montrose, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montrose, Illinois is 35.9% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $43,561 in Montrose, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montrose, Illinois is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Montrose
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Montrose, IL
Compared to Chicago, Montrose is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.4% higher
  Commute
  53.9% lower
  Health
  43.2% higher
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  Personal
  6.4% lower
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