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CHICO vs. CHICAGO
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Chico, California vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
6.2%
cheaper
than Chico, California.
You would need a salary of
$46,900
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Chico, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Chico, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Chicago
than in Chico, California
Chico, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Chico, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
37.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
16.2% lower
Commute
63.1% higher
Health
27.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.9% higher
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