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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs San Francisco, California

The cost of living in San Francisco, California is 127.2% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $1,283,542 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:
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  127.2% higher
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  20.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  501.6% higher
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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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