Hamilton, Ohio vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 23.3% more expensive than Hamilton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $61,653 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Hamilton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Hamilton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% more expensive in Chicago
than in Hamilton, Ohio
Hamilton, OH vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Hamilton, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.3% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% lower
  Commute
  68.1% higher
  Health
  0.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% higher