Chicago, Illinois vs. Oakland, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oakland, California is 64.3% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $92,030 in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
188% more expensive in Oakland
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to Chicago, Oakland is:
  Homeowner
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  64.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  14.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  219.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  9.2% lower
  Health
  32.7% higher
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  Personal
  4.0% higher
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