Cost of Living in Chicago
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for Chicago, United States.
Overall, the cost of living in Chicago is below the New York City baseline (composite index 67 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)52
Groceries index78
Dining out index74
Transport index62
Utilities index68
Median annual salary$66,000
Minimum wage$15.80/hr
State income tax rate4.95%
Est. monthly childcare$1,350
Est. monthly healthcare premium$480
YoY inflation3.1%
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