Queens, New York vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 36.2% cheaper than Queens, New York.

You would need a salary of $33,184 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Queens, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Queens, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Chicago
than in Queens, New York
Queens, NY vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Queens, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  37.9% lower
  Commute
  26.5% lower
  Health
  30.5% lower
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  Personal
  11.6% lower
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