Pasadena, California vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 42.2% cheaper than Pasadena, California.

You would need a salary of $46,243 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Pasadena, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Pasadena, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Chicago
than in Pasadena, California
Pasadena, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Pasadena, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.1% lower
  Commute
  10.9% lower
  Health
  1.5% higher
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  Personal
  3.5% higher
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