Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Montrose, Missouri


The cost of living in Montrose, Missouri is 24.3% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $37,849 in Montrose, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montrose, Missouri is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in Montrose
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Montrose, MO
Compared to Chicago, Montrose is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.3% 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
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% higher
  Commute
  41.3% lower
  Health
  20.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% lower

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