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MONROE vs. CHICAGO
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Monroe, North Carolina vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
13.8%
more expensive
than Monroe, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$56,886
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Monroe, North Carolina
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% more expensive in Chicago
than in Monroe, North Carolina
Monroe, NC vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Monroe, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care, Taxes Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
0.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
27.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.4% lower
Commute
45.0% higher
Health
9.5% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
4.0% higher
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