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


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 31.5% cheaper than Rosemead, California.

You would need a salary of $34,252 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rosemead, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Rosemead, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Chicago
than in Rosemead, California
Rosemead, CA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Rosemead, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.5% 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
  5.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  11.6% lower
  Health
  1.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% higher

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