Chicago, Illinois vs. Van Buren, Arkansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Van Buren, Arkansas is 29.7% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $35,149 in Van Buren, Arkansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Van Buren, Arkansas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% cheaper in Van Buren
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Van Buren, AR
Compared to Chicago, Van Buren is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.7% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  42.2% lower
  Health
  5.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% lower