Groton, Connecticut vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 1.8% more expensive than Groton, Connecticut.

You would need a salary of $71,261 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Groton, Connecticut.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Groton, Connecticut
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
41% more expensive in Chicago
than in Groton, Connecticut
Groton, CT vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Groton, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% 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
  8.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.7% lower
  Commute
  41.6% higher
  Health
  21.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% lower