Palmer, Pennsylvania vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 6.3% more expensive than Palmer, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $53,168 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmer, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Palmer, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
34% more expensive in Chicago
than in Palmer, Pennsylvania
Palmer, PA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Palmer, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  7.7% lower
  Commute
  34.2% higher
  Health
  14.3% lower
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  Personal
  5.6% higher
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