Cost of Living Calculator - South Padre Island, Texas vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 16.2% more expensive than South Padre Island, Texas.

You would need a salary of $87,186 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in South Padre Island, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than South Padre Island, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
139% more expensive in Chicago
than in South Padre Island, Texas
South_Padre_Island, TX vs Chicago, IL
Compared to South_Padre_Island, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.2% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  62.4% higher
  Health
  12.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  40.8% higher

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