Santa Clara, California vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 54.3% cheaper than Santa Clara, California.

You would need a salary of $50,251 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Clara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Santa Clara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Chicago
than in Santa Clara, California
Santa Clara, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Santa Clara, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  54.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  1.4% lower
  Health
  18.3% lower
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  Personal
  2.6% higher
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