Cost of Living Calculator - Isla Vista, California vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 44.8% cheaper than Isla Vista, California.

You would need a salary of $41,414 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Isla Vista, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Isla Vista, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Chicago
than in Isla Vista, California
Isla Vista, CA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Isla Vista, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.8% lower
      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
  12.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% lower
  Commute
  54.2% higher
  Health
  22.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher

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