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COLUMBUS vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Columbus, Ohio vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
24.3%
cheaper
than Columbus, Ohio.
You would need a salary of
$1
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% more expensive in Chicago
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Columbus, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
45.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.1% lower
Commute
53.7% higher
Health
1.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
15.9% higher
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