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Cost of Living Calculator - Wilmington, North Carolina vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 11.3% more expensive than Wilmington, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $44,526 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Wilmington, North Carolina
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
77% more expensive in Chicago
than in Wilmington, North Carolina
Wilmington, NC vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Wilmington, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  11.3% higher
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  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  77.8% higher
  Health
  25.9% lower
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  Personal
  7.5% higher
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