Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Allendale, South Carolina


The cost of living in Allendale, South Carolina is 36.4% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $31,797 in Allendale, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Allendale, South Carolina is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in Allendale
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Allendale, SC
Compared to Chicago, Allendale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.4% 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
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.6% higher
  Commute
  36.8% lower
  Health
  5.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.0% lower

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