McAllen, Texas vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 36.3% more expensive than McAllen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $163,553 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in McAllen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than McAllen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% more expensive in Chicago
than in McAllen, Texas
Mcallen, TX vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Mcallen, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  36.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  60.7% higher
  Health
  9.9% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  27.1% higher
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