Rome, Georgia vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 32.8% more expensive than Rome, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $57,749 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rome, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Rome, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Chicago
than in Rome, Georgia
Rome, GA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Rome, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.8% 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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% lower
  Commute
  63.7% higher
  Health
  11.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% higher