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ELGIN vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Elgin, Illinois vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
17.2%
more expensive
than Elgin, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$82,074
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Chicago
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Elgin, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
18.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.1% lower
Commute
52.4% higher
Health
5.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.9% higher
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