Southfield, Michigan vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 7.8% more expensive than Southfield, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $53,916 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Southfield, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Southfield, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% more expensive in Chicago
than in Southfield, Michigan
Southfield, MI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Southfield, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  7.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.4% lower
  Commute
  0.9% higher
  Health
  10.1% higher
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  Personal
  2.5% lower
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