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SALEM vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison

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Cost of Living Calculator - Salem, Oregon vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 4.9% more expensive than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $52,441 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Salem, Oregon
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Childcare
48% more expensive in Chicago
than in Salem, Oregon

Salem, OR vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Salem, Chicago is:

Homeowner

No Child Care, Taxes not Considered

4.9% higher

Child Care, Taxes not Considered

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Renter

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Food

3.1% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

18.9% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Median Home Cost

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Utilities

17.0% higher

Commute

44.1% higher

Health

5.2% lower

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Childcare

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Personal

12.5% higher

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