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CHICAGO vs. SPRINGFIELD
Cost of Living Comparison
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Springfield, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Springfield, Illinois is
29.8%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$124,263
in Springfield, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Illinois is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Springfield
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Springfield, IL
Compared to Chicago, Springfield is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
54.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.5% higher
Commute
49.5% lower
Health
27.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
14.0% lower
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