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 $79,500 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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  Utilities
  9.4% lower
  Commute
  120.5% higher
  Health
  25.8% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  8.1% higher
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