Chicago, Illinois vs. Orchard Park, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Orchard Park, New York is 12.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $43,994 in Orchard Park, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Orchard Park, New York is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
30% cheaper in Orchard Park
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Orchard Park, NY
Compared to Chicago, Orchard Park is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.0% 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
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% higher
  Commute
  30.0% lower
  Health
  19.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.4% lower