Chicago, Illinois vs. Pagosa Springs, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pagosa Springs, Colorado is 8.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $45,996 in Pagosa Springs, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pagosa Springs, Colorado is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
47% cheaper in Pagosa Springs
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Pagosa Springs, CO
Compared to Chicago, Pagosa Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.0% 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)
  60.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% higher
  Commute
  47.8% lower
  Health
  9.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% lower