Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Paris, Kansas


The cost of living in Paris, Kansas is 13.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $51,846 in Paris, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Paris, Kansas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
49% cheaper in Paris
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Paris, KS
Compared to Chicago, Paris is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.6% 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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.8% higher
  Commute
  23.2% lower
  Health
  22.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% lower

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