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CHICAGO vs. SACRAMENTO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Sacramento, California

The cost of living in Sacramento, California is 13.2% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $169,832 in Sacramento, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Sacramento, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Sacramento
than in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL vs Sacramento, CA

Compared to Chicago, Sacramento is:

Homeowner

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13.2% higher

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7.8% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

42.9% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

6.0% higher

Commute

12.6% lower

Health

18.2% higher

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Personal

1.1% lower

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