Cost of Living Calculator - Hallowell, Maine vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 16.1% more expensive than Hallowell, Maine.

You would need a salary of $145,136 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Hallowell, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Hallowell, Maine
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
90% more expensive in Chicago
than in Hallowell, Maine
Hallowell, ME vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Hallowell, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.1% 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
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% lower
  Commute
  89.2% higher
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.4% higher

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