Covington, Kentucky vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 31.8% more expensive than Covington, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $119,695 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Covington, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Covington, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% more expensive in Chicago
than in Covington, Kentucky
Covington, KY vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Covington, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  126.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.2% higher
  Commute
  44.9% higher
  Health
  18.7% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  21.7% higher
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