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DETROIT LAKES vs. CHICAGO
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Detroit Lakes, Minnesota vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
23.0%
more expensive
than Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.
You would need a salary of
$61,512
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
113% more expensive in Chicago
than in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Detroit Lakes, MN vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Detroit Lakes, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
23.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
3.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
2.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.9% higher
Commute
118.5% higher
Health
8.9% higher
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
7.0% higher
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