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TEMPE vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Tempe, Arizona vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
4.6%
cheaper
than Tempe, Arizona.
You would need a salary of
$157,371
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Tempe, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Tempe, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Chicago
than in Tempe, Arizona
Tempe, AZ vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Tempe, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
20.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.3% lower
Commute
28.1% higher
Health
4.9% lower
Taxes
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Personal
7.2% higher
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