Chicago, Illinois vs. Sterling, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sterling, Illinois is 33.3% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $33,333 in Sterling, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sterling, Illinois is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Sterling
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Sterling, IL
Compared to Chicago, Sterling is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  54.7% lower
  Health
  34.8% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  7.5% lower
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