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COLUMBUS vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison

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Cost of Living Calculator - Columbus, Ohio vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 24.3% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $503,378 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive 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:

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24.3% higher

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1.6% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

45.3% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

9.1% lower

Commute

53.7% higher

Health

1.7% lower

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Personal

15.9% higher

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