Florence, Kentucky vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 16.1% more expensive than Florence, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $61,537 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Florence, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Florence, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Chicago
than in Florence, Kentucky
Florence, KY vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Florence, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.1% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% lower
  Commute
  47.0% higher
  Health
  19.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% higher