Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Richland, Washington


The cost of living in Richland, Washington is 6.7% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $96,095 in Richland, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richland, Washington is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
42% cheaper in Richland
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Richland, WA
Compared to Chicago, Richland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.7% lower
  Commute
  42.5% lower
  Health
  1.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.9% lower

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