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WATERBURY vs. CHICAGO
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Waterbury, Connecticut vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
9.5%
more expensive
than Waterbury, Connecticut.
You would need a salary of
$54,740
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Waterbury, Connecticut.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Waterbury, Connecticut
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% more expensive in Chicago
than in Waterbury, Connecticut
Waterbury, CT vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Waterbury, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
93.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
23.4% lower
Commute
27.6% higher
Health
27.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
13.6% lower
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