Chicago, Illinois vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 10.9% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $50,791 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
40% cheaper in Tucson
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Chicago, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.9% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% higher
  Commute
  30.3% lower
  Health
  3.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% lower