Chicago, Illinois vs. Solvang, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Solvang, California is 64.9% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $329,795 in Solvang, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Solvang, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
291% more expensive in Solvang
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Solvang, CA
Compared to Chicago, Solvang is:
  Homeowner
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  64.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  238.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  15.9% higher
  Commute
  28.4% lower
  Health
  28.6% higher
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  Personal
  5.6% lower
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