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SUNNYVALE vs. CHICAGO
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Sunnyvale, California vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
61.7%
cheaper
than Sunnyvale, California.
You would need a salary of
$49,775
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Sunnyvale, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Sunnyvale, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Chicago
than in Sunnyvale, California
Sunnyvale, CA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Sunnyvale, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
61.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
17.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
86.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.8% higher
Commute
2.1% lower
Health
18.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
2.5% higher
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