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Cost of Living Calculator - Houston, Texas vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
12.5%
more expensive
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$84,346
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Chicago
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Houston, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
12.5% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
0.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
23.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.8% lower
Commute
16.4% higher
Health
7.5% lower
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Personal
6.9% higher
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