Cost of Living Calculator - Rock Springs, Wyoming vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 14.9% more expensive than Rock Springs, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $86,150 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rock Springs, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Rock Springs, Wyoming
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% more expensive in Chicago
than in Rock Springs, Wyoming
Rock Springs, WY vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Rock Springs, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.9% 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
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% higher
  Commute
  80.6% higher
  Health
  40.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% higher

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