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TACOMA vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Tacoma, Washington vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
9.0%
cheaper
than Tacoma, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$68,263
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Chicago
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Tacoma, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
26.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
36.9% higher
Commute
16.1% higher
Health
0.3% lower
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Personal
7.6% lower
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