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NORMAL vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Normal, Illinois vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
30.5%
more expensive
than Normal, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$69,164
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Normal, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Normal, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Chicago
than in Normal, Illinois
Normal, IL vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Normal, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
30.5% higher
Child Care
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Food
0.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
44.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.5% lower
Commute
98.4% higher
Health
19.3% lower
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Personal
4.8% higher
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