Chicago, Illinois vs. Pasadena, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pasadena, California is 73.0% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $43,250 in Pasadena, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pasadena, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
260% more expensive in Pasadena
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Pasadena, CA
Compared to Chicago, Pasadena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  73.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  256.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.8% higher
  Commute
  12.3% higher
  Health
  1.5% lower
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  Personal
  3.4% lower
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