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EAST LANSING vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - East Lansing, Michigan vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 19.1% more expensive than East Lansing, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $130,976 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in East Lansing, Michigan.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than East Lansing, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Chicago
than in East Lansing, Michigan

East Lansing, MI vs Chicago, IL

Compared to East Lansing, Chicago is:

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19.1% higher

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1.7% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

10.5% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

4.5% lower

Commute

58.5% higher

Health

0.1% higher

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Personal

10.1% higher

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