Woonsocket, Rhode Island vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 2.4% more expensive than Woonsocket, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $78,835 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Woonsocket, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Woonsocket, Rhode Island
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
61% more expensive in Chicago
than in Woonsocket, Rhode Island
Woonsocket, RI vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Woonsocket, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.3% lower
  Commute
  31.3% higher
  Health
  0.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.5% lower