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SOUTHFIELD vs. CHICAGO
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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
$70,090
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
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.4% lower
Commute
0.9% higher
Health
10.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.5% lower
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