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CHICAGO vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Chicago, Illinois vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
127.2%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$408,939
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
335% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Chicago, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
127.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
20.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
501.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.1% higher
Commute
14.2% higher
Health
30.6% higher
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Personal
12.3% higher
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