Chicago, Illinois vs. Moses Lake, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Moses Lake, Washington is 17.9% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $131,397 in Moses Lake, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Moses Lake, Washington is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
49% cheaper in Moses Lake
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Moses Lake, WA
Compared to Chicago, Moses Lake is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.9% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.0% lower
  Commute
  49.5% lower
  Health
  8.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower