Columbus, Ohio vs. Chicago Ridge, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago Ridge, Illinois is 13.5% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $56,771 in Chicago Ridge, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago Ridge, Illinois is more expensive than Columbus, Ohio
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
48% more expensive in Chicago Ridge
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Chicago Ridge, IL
Compared to Columbus, Chicago Ridge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  48.7% higher
  Health
  1.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.0% higher

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