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


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 14.4% more expensive than Clemson, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $85,788 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Clemson, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Clemson, South Carolina
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
124% more expensive in Chicago
than in Clemson, South Carolina
Clemson, SC vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Clemson, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% higher
      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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.8% lower
  Commute
  79.6% higher
  Health
  19.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% higher

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