Chicago, Illinois vs. Santa Clara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Clara, California is 118.9% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $131,341 in Santa Clara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Clara, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
406% more expensive in Santa Clara
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Santa Clara, CA
Compared to Chicago, Santa Clara is:
  Homeowner
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  118.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  19.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  464.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.3% lower
  Commute
  1.4% higher
  Health
  22.4% higher
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  Personal
  2.5% lower
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