Pullman, Washington vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 11.0% more expensive than Pullman, Washington.

You would need a salary of $46,599 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Pullman, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Pullman, Washington
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
122% more expensive in Chicago
than in Pullman, Washington
Pullman, WA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Pullman, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  122.3% higher
  Health
  2.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.9% higher