Pearland, Texas vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 3.1% more expensive than Pearland, Texas.

You would need a salary of $92,764 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Pearland, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Pearland, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
47% more expensive in Chicago
than in Pearland, Texas
Pearland, TX vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Pearland, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  11.0% higher
  Health
  4.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.3% higher