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RICHMOND vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison

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Cost of Living Calculator - Richmond, Virginia vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 11.8% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $815,791 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Transportation
65% more expensive in Chicago
than in Richmond, Virginia

Richmond, VA vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Richmond, Chicago is:

Homeowner

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11.8% higher

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0.8% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

6.9% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Median Home Cost

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Utilities

6.2% lower

Commute

65.9% higher

Health

11.3% lower

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Personal

1.8% higher

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