Cost of Living Calculator - Elma, Washington vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 11.4% more expensive than Elma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $83,565 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Elma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Elma, Washington
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
53% more expensive in Chicago
than in Elma, Washington
Elma, WA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Elma, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.4% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.6% higher
  Commute
  57.2% higher
  Health
  19.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% higher

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