New York vs Chicago

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

New York

United States

152cost index

New York is 52% more expensive than the US average.

More Affordable
Chicago

United States

112cost index

Chicago is 12% more expensive than the US average.

Price Difference

35.7%

New York is 35.7% pricier than Chicago

Salary Equivalent

1.36x

$1,000 in Chicago = $1357 in New York