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COLUMBIA vs. CHICAGO
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Columbia, South Carolina vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
27.1%
more expensive
than Columbia, South Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$76,260
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Columbia, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% more expensive in Chicago
than in Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, SC vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Columbia, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
67.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.8% lower
Commute
81.3% higher
Health
23.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.2% higher
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