Chicago, Illinois vs. Virginia Beach, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Virginia Beach, Virginia is 3.8% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $50,015 in Virginia Beach, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Virginia Beach, Virginia is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
29% cheaper in Virginia Beach
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Virginia Beach, VA
Compared to Chicago, Virginia Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% higher
  Commute
  29.2% lower
  Health
  19.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% lower