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SANTEE vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Santee, California vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
27.3%
cheaper
than Santee, California.
You would need a salary of
$36,333
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Santee, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Santee, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Chicago
than in Santee, California
Santee, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Santee, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
9.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
56.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
16.6% lower
Commute
12.1% higher
Health
1.1% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.5% higher
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