Chicago, Illinois vs. Palm Bay, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palm Bay, Florida is 15.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $42,086 in Palm Bay, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Bay, Florida is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Palm Bay
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Palm Bay, FL
Compared to Chicago, Palm Bay is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.8% 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
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  35.7% lower
  Health
  13.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% lower