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SAN DIEGO vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - San Diego, California vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
33.0%
cheaper
than San Diego, California.
You would need a salary of
$27,453
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Chicago
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to San Diego, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
33.0% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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11.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
64.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
9.7% lower
Commute
15.2% higher
Health
1.1% lower
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Personal
1.6% higher
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