Cost of Living Calculator - South Houston, Texas vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 18.7% more expensive than South Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $42,723 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in South Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than South Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% more expensive in Chicago
than in South Houston, Texas
South Houston, TX vs Chicago, IL
Compared to South Houston, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  12.5% higher
  Health
  7.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% higher

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