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PHILADELPHIA vs. CHICAGO
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
2.3%
more expensive
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
You would need a salary of
$42,551
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Chicago
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Philadelphia, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
49.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.8% lower
Commute
2.4% lower
Health
13.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.5% lower
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