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MERCED vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Merced, California vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
1.5%
more expensive
than Merced, California.
You would need a salary of
$76,134
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Merced, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% more expensive in Chicago
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Merced, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
11.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
15.9% lower
Commute
37.0% higher
Health
27.5% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
11.1% higher
Cost of Food
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