Cost of Living Calculator - Fort Thomas, Kentucky vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 10.4% more expensive than Fort Thomas, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $55,190 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Thomas, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Fort Thomas, Kentucky
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
88% more expensive in Chicago
than in Fort Thomas, Kentucky
Fort Thomas, KY vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Fort Thomas, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  52.4% higher
  Health
  18.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% higher

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