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MONTEREY vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison

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Cost of Living Calculator - Monterey, California vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 38.6% cheaper than Monterey, California.

You would need a salary of $46,055 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Chicago
than in Monterey, California

Monterey, CA vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Monterey, Chicago is:

Homeowner

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38.6% lower

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12.0% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

71.2% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

6.5% higher

Commute

50.4% higher

Health

38.8% lower

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Personal

5.9% higher

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