Scranton, Pennsylvania vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 35.9% more expensive than Scranton, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $59,818 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Scranton, Pennsylvania
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
109% more expensive in Chicago
than in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Scranton, PA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Scranton, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  229.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.2% lower
  Commute
  58.3% higher
  Health
  10.5% lower
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  Personal
  5.8% higher
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