Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs The Dalles, Oregon


The cost of living in The Dalles, Oregon is 15.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $63,128 in The Dalles, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, The Dalles, Oregon is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
49% cheaper in The Dalles
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs The Dalles, OR
Compared to Chicago, The Dalles is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.8% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.6% lower
  Commute
  49.2% lower
  Health
  16.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% lower

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