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VANCOUVER vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Vancouver, Washington vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
9.0%
cheaper
than Vancouver, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$172,942
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Vancouver, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Vancouver, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Chicago
than in Vancouver, Washington
Vancouver, WA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Vancouver, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
27.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
24.6% higher
Commute
10.9% higher
Health
3.3% lower
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Personal
1.3% higher
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