Cost of Living Calculator - Wiscasset, Maine vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 20.1% more expensive than Wiscasset, Maine.

You would need a salary of $90,155 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Wiscasset, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Wiscasset, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
79% more expensive in Chicago
than in Wiscasset, Maine
Wiscasset, ME vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Wiscasset, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.1% 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
  8.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% lower
  Commute
  79.4% higher
  Health
  7.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% higher

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