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HICKORY vs. CHICAGO
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Hickory, North Carolina vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
21.8%
more expensive
than Hickory, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$109,592
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Hickory, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Hickory, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Chicago
than in Hickory, North Carolina
Hickory, NC vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Hickory, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
21.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
47.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.3% lower
Commute
73.6% higher
Health
30.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
11.2% higher
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