Chicago, Illinois vs. Oxford, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oxford, Mississippi is 23.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $57,751 in Oxford, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oxford, Mississippi is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
57% cheaper in Oxford
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Oxford, MS
Compared to Chicago, Oxford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.0% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  52.9% lower
  Health
  18.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.8% lower