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ST. CHARLES vs. CHICAGO
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St. Charles, Illinois vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
4.1%
more expensive
than St. Charles, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$90,541
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in St. Charles, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than St. Charles, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
47% more expensive in Chicago
than in St. Charles, Illinois
St. Charles, IL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to St. Charles, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
19.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.4% lower
Commute
47.2% higher
Health
5.1% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
4.1% higher
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