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MOBILE vs. CHICAGO
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Mobile, Alabama vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
29.6%
more expensive
than Mobile, Alabama.
You would need a salary of
$52,547
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Mobile, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Mobile, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% more expensive in Chicago
than in Mobile, Alabama
Mobile, AL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Mobile, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
29.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
90.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.8% lower
Commute
55.3% higher
Health
24.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
11.4% higher
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