Cost of Living Calculator - Ladson, South Carolina vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 12.6% more expensive than Ladson, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $78,831 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ladson, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Ladson, South Carolina
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
107% more expensive in Chicago
than in Ladson, South Carolina
Ladson, SC vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Ladson, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.6% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.8% lower
  Commute
  30.5% higher
  Health
  7.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% higher

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