Chicago, Illinois vs. Rangeley, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rangeley, Maine is 13.2% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $46,426 in Rangeley, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rangeley, Maine is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
54% cheaper in Rangeley
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Rangeley, ME
Compared to Chicago, Rangeley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.2% 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
  14.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.0% higher
  Commute
  46.4% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% lower