Lewiston, Idaho vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 14.4% more expensive than Lewiston, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $35,686 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lewiston, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Lewiston, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
97% more expensive in Chicago
than in Lewiston, Idaho
Lewiston, ID vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Lewiston, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  77.1% higher
  Health
  19.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.8% higher