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MADISON vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Madison, New Jersey vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 33.4% cheaper than Madison, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $171,454 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, New Jersey.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Madison, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Chicago
than in Madison, New Jersey

Madison, NJ vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Madison, Chicago is:

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33.4% lower

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12.2% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

66.4% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

20.1% lower

Commute

2.5% higher

Health

11.5% lower

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Personal

10.1% lower

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