Cost of Living Calculator - West Branch, Michigan vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 36.6% more expensive than West Branch, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $102,481 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in West Branch, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than West Branch, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% more expensive in Chicago
than in West Branch, Michigan
West Branch, MI vs Chicago, IL
Compared to West Branch, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.6% 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
  8.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  229.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.5% lower
  Commute
  48.3% higher
  Health
  3.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.0% higher

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