Cost of Living Calculator - Lexington, Virginia vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 25.3% more expensive than Lexington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $62,660 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lexington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Lexington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% more expensive in Chicago
than in Lexington, Virginia
Lexington, VA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Lexington, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.3% 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)
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.8% lower
  Commute
  137.6% higher
  Health
  18.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.3% higher

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