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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Mountain View, California

The cost of living in Mountain View, California is 159.6% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $2,310,255 in Mountain View, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mountain View, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
524% more expensive in Mountain View
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Mountain View, CA
Compared to Chicago, Mountain View is:
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  159.6% higher
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  23.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  678.9% higher
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  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  0.1% higher
  Health
  22.4% higher
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  Personal
  3.2% lower
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