Cost of Living Calculator - Monroe, New York vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 17.3% cheaper than Monroe, New York.

You would need a salary of $62,009 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Monroe, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Chicago
than in Monroe, New York
Monroe, NY vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Monroe, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.6% lower
  Commute
  8.3% lower
  Health
  32.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% higher

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