Chicago, Illinois vs. New Braunfels, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Braunfels, Texas is 7.4% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $70,339 in New Braunfels, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Braunfels, Texas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
40% cheaper in New Braunfels
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. New Braunfels, TX
Compared to Chicago, New Braunfels is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.4% 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
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% higher
  Commute
  40.8% lower
  Health
  16.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower