Cost of Living Calculator - North Chicago, Illinois vs Brownsville, Texas


The cost of living in Brownsville, Texas is 6.7% cheaper than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $173,982 in Brownsville, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Brownsville, Texas is cheaper than North Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
58% cheaper in Brownsville
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs Brownsville, TX
Compared to North Chicago, Brownsville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% 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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  18.2% higher
  Health
  3.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  31.2% lower

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