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CHICAGO vs. OAKLAND
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Oakland, California

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

You would need a salary of $123,254 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

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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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