Fargo, North Dakota vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 20.0% more expensive than Fargo, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $126,000 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Fargo, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Fargo, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Chicago
than in Fargo, North Dakota
Fargo, ND vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Fargo, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  20.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.5% higher
  Commute
  79.2% higher
  Health
  7.4% lower
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  Personal
  9.2% higher
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