Cost of Living Calculator - Elkins, Arkansas vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 24.3% more expensive than Elkins, Arkansas.

You would need a salary of $62,155 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Elkins, Arkansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Elkins, Arkansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Chicago
than in Elkins, Arkansas
Elkins, AR vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Elkins, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.3% 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
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  35.7% higher
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.2% higher

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