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SCOTTSDALE vs. CHICAGO
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Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
24.5%
cheaper
than Scottsdale, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$37,764
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Chicago
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Scottsdale, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
24.5% 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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Taxes Considered
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Food
5.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
51.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.4% lower
Commute
26.8% higher
Health
4.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.8% higher
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