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GAINESVILLE vs. CHICAGO
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Gainesville, Florida vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
19.3%
more expensive
than Gainesville, Florida.
You would need a salary of
$107,400
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Gainesville, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Gainesville, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in Chicago
than in Gainesville, Florida
Gainesville, FL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Gainesville, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
25.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.0% lower
Commute
69.9% higher
Health
18.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
11.2% higher
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