Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Swansboro, North Carolina


The cost of living in Swansboro, North Carolina is 14.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $51,620 in Swansboro, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Swansboro, North Carolina is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
50% cheaper in Swansboro
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Swansboro, NC
Compared to Chicago, Swansboro is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.0% 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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  43.2% lower
  Health
  36.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% lower

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