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FORT SMITH vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Fort Smith, Arkansas vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
43.2%
more expensive
than Fort Smith, Arkansas.
You would need a salary of
$71,600
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Fort Smith, Arkansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% more expensive in Chicago
than in Fort Smith, Arkansas
Fort Smith, AR vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Fort Smith, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
43.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
3.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
107.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.1% lower
Commute
88.7% higher
Health
6.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
10.2% higher
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