Cost of Living Calculator - Elberton, Georgia vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 55.7% more expensive than Elberton, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $77,835 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Elberton, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Elberton, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
143% more expensive in Chicago
than in Elberton, Georgia
Elberton, GA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Elberton, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  55.7% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  251.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.5% lower
  Commute
  88.7% higher
  Health
  8.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.3% higher

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