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WAUWATOSA vs. CHICAGO
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Wauwatosa, Wisconsin vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
8.9%
more expensive
than Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$98,032
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
47% more expensive in Chicago
than in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
Wauwatosa, WI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Wauwatosa, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.9% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
13.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.6% lower
Commute
48.0% higher
Health
5.6% lower
Taxes
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Personal
11.3% higher
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