Cost of Living Calculator - Valencia West, Arizona vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 10.6% more expensive than Valencia West, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $82,956 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Valencia West, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Valencia West, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Chicago
than in Valencia West, Arizona
Valencia West, AZ vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Valencia West, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.6% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  17.8% higher
  Health
  3.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% higher

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