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CHICAGO vs. WILKES BARRE
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania is
34.8%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$48,883
in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Wilkes-Barre
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Wilkes Barre, PA
Compared to Chicago, Wilkes Barre is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
34.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
77.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.3% higher
Commute
42.2% lower
Health
7.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
9.4% lower
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