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CHICAGO vs. PRINCETON
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Princeton, New Jersey
The cost of living in Princeton, New Jersey is
37.9%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$448,095
in Princeton, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Princeton, New Jersey is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
205% more expensive in Princeton
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Princeton, NJ
Compared to Chicago, Princeton is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
37.9% higher
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18.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
299.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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23.0% higher
Commute
25.8% lower
Health
10.7% higher
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0.9% higher
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