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SAN ANTONIO vs. CHICAGO
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San Antonio, Texas vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
19.6%
more expensive
than San Antonio, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$997,882
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in San Antonio, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than San Antonio, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Chicago
than in San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio, TX vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to San Antonio, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
30.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.2% lower
Commute
39.5% higher
Health
8.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
11.4% higher
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