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FORT WAYNE vs. CHICAGO
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Fort Wayne, Indiana vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
33.3%
more expensive
than Fort Wayne, Indiana.
You would need a salary of
$65,293
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Fort Wayne, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% more expensive in Chicago
than in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Fort Wayne, IN vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Fort Wayne, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
33.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
69.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.3% higher
Commute
69.9% higher
Health
9.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
12.4% higher
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