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PALM SPRINGS vs. CHICAGO
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Palm Springs, California vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
19.7%
cheaper
than Palm Springs, California.
You would need a salary of
$40,135
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Palm Springs, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Palm Springs, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Chicago
than in Palm Springs, California
Palm Springs, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Palm Springs, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
44.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
18.5% lower
Commute
6.5% higher
Health
0.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.1% higher
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