Chicago, Illinois vs. South Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Tucson, Arizona is 20.5% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $39,758 in South Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Tucson, Arizona is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in South Tucson
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. South Tucson, AZ
Compared to Chicago, South Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% higher
  Commute
  28.9% lower
  Health
  3.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% lower