Chicago, Illinois vs. Niagara Falls, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Niagara Falls, New York is 25.1% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $44,916 in Niagara Falls, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Niagara Falls, New York is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Niagara Falls
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Niagara Falls, NY
Compared to Chicago, Niagara Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.1% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.7% higher
  Commute
  39.4% lower
  Health
  19.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% lower