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Cost of Living Calculator - Milwaukee, Wisconsin vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
26.8%
more expensive
than Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$172,449
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Milwaukee, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% more expensive in Chicago
than in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Milwaukee, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
26.8% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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4.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
86.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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8.3% lower
Commute
35.7% higher
Health
5.6% lower
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Personal
12.1% higher
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