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TROY vs. CHICAGO
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Troy, Michigan vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
3.5%
cheaper
than Troy, Michigan.
You would need a salary of
$115,795
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Troy, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Troy, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% cheaper in Chicago
than in Troy, Michigan
Troy, MI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Troy, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
3.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
26.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.3% lower
Commute
17.2% higher
Health
10.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.3% lower
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