Chicago, Illinois vs. Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tuscaloosa, Alabama is 18.5% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $81,471 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tuscaloosa, Alabama is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Tuscaloosa
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Tuscaloosa, AL
Compared to Chicago, Tuscaloosa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.2% higher
  Commute
  43.1% lower
  Health
  30.3% higher
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  Personal
  4.6% higher
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