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Cost of Living Calculator - South San Francisco, California vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 50.6% cheaper than South San Francisco, California.

You would need a salary of $148,267 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in South San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than South San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Chicago
than in South San Francisco, California
South San Francisco, CA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to South San Francisco, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  50.6% lower
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  13.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.5% lower
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  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  4.5% lower
  Health
  25.0% lower
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  Personal
  11.4% lower
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