Cost of Living Calculator - West Chicago, Illinois vs Arlington, Virginia


The cost of living in Arlington, Virginia is 59.2% more expensive than West Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $79,606 in Arlington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in West Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington, Virginia is more expensive than West Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
143% more expensive in Arlington
than in West Chicago, Illinois
West Chicago, IL vs Arlington, VA
Compared to West Chicago, Arlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.2% 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
  18.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  181.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  9.5% higher
  Health
  6.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% higher

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