Lawrence, Kansas vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 15.2% more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $80,665 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% more expensive in Chicago
than in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Lawrence, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.3% lower
  Commute
  59.4% higher
  Health
  16.9% lower
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  Personal
  6.9% higher
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