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Cost of Living Calculator - Raleigh, North Carolina vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
4.9%
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$35
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Raleigh, North Carolina
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
56% more expensive in Chicago
than in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, NC vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Raleigh, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
3.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
16.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.4% lower
Commute
56.3% higher
Health
7.2% lower
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Personal
9.4% higher
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