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LANCASTER vs. CHICAGO
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Lancaster, Pennsylvania vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
17.6%
more expensive
than Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$117,634
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Lancaster, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% more expensive in Chicago
than in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Lancaster, PA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Lancaster, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
70.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.0% lower
Commute
53.7% higher
Health
21.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.1% higher
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