Chicago, Illinois vs. Olathe, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olathe, Kansas is 4.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $91,196 in Olathe, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olathe, Kansas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% cheaper in Olathe
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Olathe, KS
Compared to Chicago, Olathe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.0% 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% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% higher
  Commute
  37.6% lower
  Health
  15.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% higher