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STERLING vs. CHICAGO
Cost of Living Comparison
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Sterling, Illinois vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
50.0%
more expensive
than Sterling, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$75,000
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Sterling, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Sterling, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
155% more expensive in Chicago
than in Sterling, Illinois
Sterling, IL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Sterling, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
50.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
5.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
171.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.4% lower
Commute
120.5% higher
Health
25.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.1% higher
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