Chicago, Illinois vs. Vero Beach, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Vero Beach, Florida is 11.4% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $111,687 in Vero Beach, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Vero Beach, Florida is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% cheaper in Vero Beach
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Vero Beach, FL
Compared to Chicago, Vero Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.4% 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
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% higher
  Commute
  37.1% lower
  Health
  12.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% lower