Newport News, Virginia vs. West Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Chicago, Illinois is 11.2% more expensive than Newport News, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $76,337 in West Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport News, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Newport News, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% more expensive in West Chicago
than in Newport News, Virginia
Newport News, VA vs. West Chicago, IL
Compared to Newport News, West Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% higher
  Commute
  15.4% higher
  Health
  7.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.4% higher