Port Angeles, Washington vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 10.6% more expensive than Port Angeles, Washington.

You would need a salary of $82,956 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Port Angeles, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Port Angeles, Washington
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
89% more expensive in Chicago
than in Port Angeles, Washington
Port Angeles, WA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Port Angeles, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.6% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  47.5% higher
  Commute
  89.2% higher
  Health
  14.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher