Columbus, Ohio vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

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

You would need a salary of $54,694 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:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not 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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  Utilities
  9.1% lower
  Commute
  53.7% higher
  Health
  1.7% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  15.9% higher
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