Springfield, Tennessee vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 16.0% more expensive than Springfield, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $57,991 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Springfield, Tennessee
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
77% more expensive in Chicago
than in Springfield, Tennessee
Springfield, TN vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Springfield, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.0% 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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  41.9% higher
  Health
  11.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.3% higher