Cost of Living Calculator - Darlington, South Carolina vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 54.5% more expensive than Darlington, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $115,904 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Darlington, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Darlington, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
116% more expensive in Chicago
than in Darlington, South Carolina
Darlington, SC vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Darlington, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.5% 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
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  269.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% lower
  Commute
  80.8% higher
  Health
  14.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.3% higher

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