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PALO ALTO vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Palo Alto, California vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
75.2%
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California.
You would need a salary of
$297,782
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% cheaper in Chicago
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Palo Alto, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
75.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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21.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
92.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.2% higher
Commute
1.5% lower
Health
18.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.3% higher
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