New Braunfels, Texas vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 8.0% more expensive than New Braunfels, Texas.

You would need a salary of $54,024 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in New Braunfels, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than New Braunfels, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
68% more expensive in Chicago
than in New Braunfels, Texas
New Braunfels, TX vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to New Braunfels, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.0% higher
      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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.9% lower
  Commute
  68.9% higher
  Health
  14.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% higher