Cost of Living Calculator - Linden, Indiana vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 46.9% more expensive than Linden, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $73,461 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Linden, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Linden, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% more expensive in Chicago
than in Linden, Indiana
Linden, IN vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Linden, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.9% 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
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  176.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  83.2% higher
  Health
  4.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% higher

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