Chicago vs Seattle

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

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Chicago

United States

112cost index

Chicago is 12% more expensive than the US average.

Seattle

United States

131cost index

Seattle is 31% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

17.0%

Seattle is 17.0% pricier than Chicago

Salary Equivalent

0.85x

$1,000 in Seattle = $855 in Chicago

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