Chicago, Illinois vs. Richmond, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, California is 46.5% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $73,231 in Richmond, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
116% more expensive in Richmond
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Richmond, CA
Compared to Chicago, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  129.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  3.8% lower
  Health
  37.6% higher
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  Personal
  2.6% higher
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