Cost of Living Calculator - Ocean City, Maryland vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 5.2% more expensive than Ocean City, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $78,901 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ocean City, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Ocean City, Maryland
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
70% more expensive in Chicago
than in Ocean City, Maryland
Ocean City, MD vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Ocean City, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  9.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% lower
  Commute
  71.0% higher
  Health
  1.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher

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