Cost of Living Calculator - Springfield, Nebraska vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 20.1% more expensive than Springfield, Nebraska.

You would need a salary of $90,101 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Nebraska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Springfield, Nebraska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in Chicago
than in Springfield, Nebraska
Springfield, NE vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Springfield, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.1% 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
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.5% lower
  Commute
  67.3% higher
  Health
  23.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher

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