Chicago, Illinois vs. Murray, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Murray, Kentucky is 28.4% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $71,601 in Murray, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Murray, Kentucky is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Murray
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Murray, KY
Compared to Chicago, Murray is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.4% 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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  52.3% lower
  Health
  32.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.5% lower