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LAFAYETTE vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Lafayette, California vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
58.6%
cheaper
than Lafayette, California.
You would need a salary of
$37,292
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lafayette, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Lafayette, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Chicago
than in Lafayette, California
Lafayette, CA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Lafayette, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
58.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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16.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
85.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.6% lower
Commute
11.9% higher
Health
27.3% lower
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Personal
2.1% lower
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