Dunkirk, New York vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 56.3% more expensive than Dunkirk, New York.

You would need a salary of $78,166 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Dunkirk, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Dunkirk, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
137% more expensive in Chicago
than in Dunkirk, New York
Dunkirk, NY vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Dunkirk, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.3% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  316.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% lower
  Commute
  116.7% higher
  Health
  15.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher