Westland, Michigan vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 17.8% more expensive than Westland, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $117,763 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Westland, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Westland, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% more expensive in Chicago
than in Westland, Michigan
Westland, MI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Westland, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.8% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  4.8% higher
  Health
  7.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.6% higher