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URBANA vs. CHICAGO
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Urbana, Illinois vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
38.2%
more expensive
than Urbana, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$186,564
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Urbana, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Urbana, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% more expensive in Chicago
than in Urbana, Illinois
Urbana, IL vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Urbana, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
88.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.5% lower
Commute
99.6% higher
Health
21.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
11.3% higher
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