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MESA vs. CHICAGO
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Mesa, Arizona vs. Chicago, Illinois
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The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
0.9%
cheaper
than Mesa, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$39,631
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Mesa, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Mesa, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Chicago
than in Mesa, Arizona
Mesa, AZ vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Mesa, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
0.9% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
8.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
7.3% lower
Commute
21.5% higher
Health
4.9% lower
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Personal
8.2% higher
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