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CHICAGO vs. SAN DIEGO
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Chicago, Illinois vs. San Diego, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Diego, California is
49.3%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$75,990
in San Diego, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Diego, California is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
193% more expensive in San Diego
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. San Diego, CA
Compared to Chicago, San Diego is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
12.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
181.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.8% higher
Commute
13.2% lower
Health
1.1% higher
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Personal
1.6% lower
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