Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Independence, Kansas


The cost of living in Independence, Kansas is 37.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $31,193 in Independence, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Kansas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Independence
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Independence, KS
Compared to Chicago, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.6% 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
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.8% higher
  Commute
  53.1% lower
  Health
  13.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% lower

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