Columbus, Georgia vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 40.6% more expensive than Columbus, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $84,346 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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  Renter
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  Food
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  157.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.8% lower
  Commute
  73.6% higher
  Health
  11.8% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  18.0% higher
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