Chicago vs Houston

Cost of living comparison — which city stretches your money further?

Chicago

United States

112cost index

Chicago is 12% more expensive than the US average.

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Houston

United States

105cost index

Houston is 5% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

6.7%

Chicago is 6.7% pricier than Houston

Salary Equivalent

1.07x

$1,000 in Houston = $1067 in Chicago

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