Cost of Living Calculator - Rialto, California vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 11.2% cheaper than Rialto, California.

You would need a salary of $44,421 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rialto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Rialto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Chicago
than in Rialto, California
Rialto, CA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Rialto, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% lower
      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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.8% lower
  Commute
  17.3% higher
  Health
  1.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher

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