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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs United States,

The cost of living in United States, is 6.9% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $69,832 in United States, to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, United States, is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% cheaper in United States
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs University Of Texas Miscellaneous Science Center San Antonio Joe And Teresa Lozano Long School Of Medicine Progr, M-
Compared to Chicago, University Of Texas Miscellaneous Science Center San Antonio Joe And Teresa Lozano Long School Of Medicine Progr is:
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  6.9% lower
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  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.9% higher
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  Utilities
  7.8% higher
  Commute
  27.8% lower
  Health
  13.6% higher
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  Personal
  6.8% lower
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