Seaside, Oregon vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 2.4% more expensive than Seaside, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $51,192 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Seaside, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Seaside, Oregon
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
74% more expensive in Chicago
than in Seaside, Oregon
Seaside, OR vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Seaside, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.4% higher
  Commute
  74.7% higher
  Health
  12.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% higher