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WILMINGTON vs. CHICAGO
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Wilmington, North Carolina vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
11.3%
more expensive
than Wilmington, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$556,421
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
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
11.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
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
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
7.5% higher
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