Chicago vs Phoenix

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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Phoenix

United States

103cost index

Phoenix is 3% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

8.7%

Chicago is 8.7% pricier than Phoenix

Salary Equivalent

1.09x

$1,000 in Phoenix = $1087 in Chicago

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