Holland, Michigan vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 17.9% more expensive than Holland, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $123,787 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Holland, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Holland, Michigan
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
67% more expensive in Chicago
than in Holland, Michigan
Holland, MI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Holland, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.9% 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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% higher
  Commute
  57.7% higher
  Health
  8.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% higher