Cost of Living Calculator - Oberlin, Ohio vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 39.3% more expensive than Oberlin, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $69,650 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Oberlin, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Oberlin, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
38% more expensive in Chicago
than in Oberlin, Ohio
Oberlin, OH vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Oberlin, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.3% 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
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  129.3% higher
  Health
  4.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% higher

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