Cost of Living Calculator - Merriam, Kansas vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 14.4% more expensive than Merriam, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $85,783 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Merriam, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Merriam, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in Chicago
than in Merriam, Kansas
Merriam, KS vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Merriam, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.9% lower
  Commute
  66.7% higher
  Health
  13.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% lower

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