Cost of Living Calculator - Lancaster, New York vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 21.8% more expensive than Lancaster, New York.

You would need a salary of $60,884 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lancaster, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Lancaster, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
43% more expensive in Chicago
than in Lancaster, New York
Lancaster, NY vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Lancaster, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.8% 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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  43.7% higher
  Health
  16.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.3% higher

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