Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago Ridge, Illinois vs Houston, Texas


The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 2.7% cheaper than Chicago Ridge, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $73,012 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago Ridge, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Chicago Ridge, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Houston
than in Chicago Ridge, Illinois
Chicago Ridge, IL vs Houston, TX
Compared to Chicago Ridge, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.7% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  11.2% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% lower

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