Twin Falls, Idaho vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 17.9% more expensive than Twin Falls, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $132,040 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Twin Falls, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
163% more expensive in Chicago
than in Twin Falls, Idaho
Twin Falls, ID vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Twin Falls, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  105.2% higher
  Health
  19.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.5% higher

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