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San Jose, California vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 50.0% cheaper than San Jose, California.

You would need a salary of $199,794 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Chicago
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to San Jose, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  50.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  14.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.2% lower
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  Utilities
  4.1% lower
  Commute
  8.3% lower
  Health
  18.3% lower
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  Personal
  2.4% higher
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