Queensbury, New York vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 7.0% more expensive than Queensbury, New York.

You would need a salary of $139,064 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Queensbury, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Queensbury, New York
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
45% more expensive in Chicago
than in Queensbury, New York
Queensbury, NY vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Queensbury, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.0% 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
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.7% lower
  Commute
  45.8% higher
  Health
  23.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% higher