Chicago, Illinois vs. Royal Oak, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Royal Oak, Michigan is 5.4% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $108,790 in Royal Oak, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Royal Oak, Michigan is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% cheaper in Royal Oak
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Royal Oak, MI
Compared to Chicago, Royal Oak is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.0% higher
  Commute
  17.8% lower
  Health
  9.2% lower
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  Personal
  1.6% higher
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