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JOHANNESBURG vs. CHICAGO
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Johannesburg, California vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
9.0%
more expensive
than Johannesburg, California.
You would need a salary of
$81,777
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Johannesburg, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Johannesburg, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
218% more expensive in Chicago
than in Johannesburg, California
Johannesburg, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Johannesburg, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
4.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
17.4% lower
Commute
35.1% higher
Health
18.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.2% higher
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