Chicago, Illinois vs. Moscow, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Moscow, Idaho is 7.5% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $110,950 in Moscow, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Moscow, Idaho is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
53% cheaper in Moscow
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Moscow, ID
Compared to Chicago, Moscow is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.5% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  53.1% lower
  Health
  22.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.4% lower