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Chicago, Illinois vs. Ocean City, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ocean City, New Jersey is 38.5% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $69,227 in Ocean City, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ocean City, New Jersey is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
198% more expensive in Ocean City
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Ocean City, NJ
Compared to Chicago, Ocean City is:
  Homeowner
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  38.5% higher
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  17.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  162.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  20.5% higher
  Commute
  29.5% lower
  Health
  10.7% higher
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  Personal
  3.5% lower
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