Memphis, Tennessee vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 38.6% more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $207,871 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Memphis, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Chicago
than in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis, TN vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Memphis, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.6% 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
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  167.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  46.6% higher
  Health
  9.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.8% higher