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WAUSAU vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Wausau, Wisconsin vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
33.3%
more expensive
than Wausau, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$73,288
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Wausau, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Wausau, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% more expensive in Chicago
than in Wausau, Wisconsin
Wausau, WI vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Wausau, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
33.3% higher
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6.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
105.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
1.6% lower
Commute
82.7% higher
Health
10.5% lower
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Personal
6.0% higher
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