Columbia, Missouri vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 19.6% more expensive than Columbia, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $47,840 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Columbia, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% more expensive in Chicago
than in Columbia, Missouri
Columbia, MO vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Columbia, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  87.7% higher
  Health
  29.5% lower
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  Personal
  8.2% higher
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