Manhattan, New York vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 51.5% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $97,019 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Chicago
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Manhattan, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  19.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  38.3% lower
  Commute
  14.0% lower
  Health
  29.7% lower
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  Personal
  28.2% lower
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