salaryAmarillo is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Chicago to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,983
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,622
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$84,017
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$334,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
103.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$4,943
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$90
👥 People living there
201,885
2,711,226
Commute to work
19.6 min
33.1 min
College degree
26.6%
44.3%
Own their home
59.7%
46%
Below poverty line
15.8%
16.8%
Unemployment
3.4%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Chicago for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Chicago | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $54,360 | $102,350 | +88% in Chicago |
| Plumber | $55,970 | $103,380 | +85% in Chicago |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $82,820 | +71% in Chicago |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $80,440 | +68% in Chicago |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $77,960 | +56% in Chicago |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $31,200 | +37% in Chicago |
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $107,810 | +37% in Chicago |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $100,160 | +32% in Chicago |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Chicago cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,983 in Chicago.
What salary do I need in Chicago to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $67,694 a year gives the same standard of living in Chicago.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Chicago?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $84,017 in Chicago, 15% more in Chicago.