Miami, Florida vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 12.3% cheaper than Miami, Florida.

You would need a salary of $263,235 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Miami, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Miami, Florida
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Chicago
than in Miami, Florida
Miami, FL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Miami, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  4.2% lower
  Health
  15.4% lower
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  Personal
  2.4% higher
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