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COLUMBUS vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Columbus, Georgia vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
40.6%
more expensive
than Columbus, Georgia.
You would need a salary of
$245,981
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Columbus, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
101% more expensive in Chicago
than in Columbus, Georgia
Columbus, GA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Columbus, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
40.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
157.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.8% lower
Commute
73.6% higher
Health
11.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
18.0% higher
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