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TAMPA vs. CHICAGO
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Tampa, Florida vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
3.6%
more expensive
than Tampa, Florida.
You would need a salary of
$10,807
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Tampa, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Tampa, Florida
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
46% more expensive in Chicago
than in Tampa, Florida
Tampa, FL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Tampa, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
3.6% higher
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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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
7.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
4.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.6% lower
Commute
23.6% higher
Health
12.3% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
11.4% higher
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