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DECATUR vs. CHICAGO
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Decatur, Illinois vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
56.8%
more expensive
than Decatur, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$39,197
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Decatur, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Decatur, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
240% more expensive in Chicago
than in Decatur, Illinois
Decatur, IL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Decatur, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
56.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
267.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.2% lower
Commute
97.9% higher
Health
20.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
16.9% higher
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