Fenton, Missouri vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 10.5% more expensive than Fenton, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $88,395 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Fenton, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Fenton, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
42% more expensive in Chicago
than in Fenton, Missouri
Fenton, MO vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Fenton, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  50.7% higher
  Health
  8.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher