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DURHAM vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Durham, North Carolina vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 10.2% more expensive than Durham, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $495,667 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Durham, North Carolina.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Durham, North Carolina
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Transportation
64% more expensive in Chicago
than in Durham, North Carolina

Durham, NC vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Durham, Chicago is:

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10.2% higher

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2.0% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

1.0% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Median Home Cost

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Utilities

7.3% lower

Commute

64.7% higher

Health

10.1% lower

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Personal

11.9% higher

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