Richmond, California vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 31.7% cheaper than Richmond, California.

You would need a salary of $85,346 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Richmond, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Chicago
than in Richmond, California
Richmond, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Richmond, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.5% higher
  Commute
  4.0% higher
  Health
  27.3% lower
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  Personal
  2.5% lower
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