Chicago, Illinois vs. Laramie, Wyoming

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laramie, Wyoming is 13.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $43,203 in Laramie, Wyoming to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laramie, Wyoming is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
53% cheaper in Laramie
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Laramie, WY
Compared to Chicago, Laramie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.6% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  53.1% lower
  Health
  65.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.8% lower