Everett, Washington vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 15.2% cheaper than Everett, Washington.

You would need a salary of $33,934 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Everett, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Everett, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Chicago
than in Everett, Washington
Everett, WA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Everett, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.2% lower
      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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.1% higher
  Commute
  22.2% higher
  Health
  1.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher