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SPRINGFIELD vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Springfield, Illinois vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
42.4%
more expensive
than Springfield, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$1,310,348
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Springfield, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
113% more expensive in Chicago
than in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, IL vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Springfield, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
42.4% higher
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
3.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
117.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.2% lower
Commute
97.9% higher
Health
21.3% lower
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Personal
16.3% higher
Cost of Food
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