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CHICAGO vs. PORTAGE
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Portage, Indiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Portage, Indiana is
12.3%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$159,631
in Portage, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portage, Indiana is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% cheaper in Portage
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Portage, IN
Compared to Chicago, Portage is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
27.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.1% higher
Commute
14.4% lower
Health
2.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.5% lower
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