Cost of Living Calculator - Elizabeth, Illinois vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 39.3% more expensive than Elizabeth, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $69,650 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Elizabeth, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Elizabeth, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
113% more expensive in Chicago
than in Elizabeth, Illinois
Elizabeth, IL vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Elizabeth, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.3% 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
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  136.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.7% lower
  Commute
  92.1% higher
  Health
  22.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher

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