Chicago, Illinois vs. Rolla, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rolla, Missouri is 27.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $36,080 in Rolla, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rolla, Missouri is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Rolla
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Rolla, MO
Compared to Chicago, Rolla is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.8% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  56.0% lower
  Health
  37.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% lower