Johnston, South Carolina vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 42.3% more expensive than Johnston, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $71,126 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Johnston, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
112% more expensive in Chicago
than in Johnston, South Carolina
Johnston, SC vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Johnston, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  179.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.5% lower
  Commute
  52.0% higher
  Health
  8.5% lower
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  Personal
  12.6% higher
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