Cost of Living Calculator - Independence, Missouri vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 25.6% more expensive than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $62,807 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Independence, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% more expensive in Chicago
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Independence, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.6% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.0% lower
  Commute
  50.1% higher
  Health
  14.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% higher

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