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


The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 5.3% cheaper than West Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $142,020 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in West Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than West Chicago, Illinois
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
23% cheaper in Richmond
than in West Chicago, Illinois
West Chicago, IL vs Richmond, VA
Compared to West Chicago, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% lower
      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
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  25.4% lower
  Health
  5.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower

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