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HELENA vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Helena, Alabama vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 6.9% more expensive than Helena, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $80,149 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Alabama.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Helena, Alabama
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Childcare
116% more expensive in Chicago
than in Helena, Alabama

Helena, AL vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Helena, Chicago is:

Homeowner

No Child Care, Taxes not Considered

6.9% higher

Child Care, Taxes not Considered

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Renter

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Food

0.7% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

21.7% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Median Home Cost

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Utilities

6.9% lower

Commute

38.6% higher

Health

28.0% lower

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Childcare

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Personal

2.6% higher

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