salaryChicago is 9% 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
$2,566
$1,983
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,395
$1,622
💵 Families earn per year
$102,702
$84,017
🔑 Buying a house
$831,200
$334,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
103.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,363
$4,943
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$90
👥 People living there
344,521
2,711,226
Commute to work
27.4 min
33.1 min
College degree
29.7%
44.3%
Own their home
46.2%
46%
Below poverty line
12.4%
16.8%
Unemployment
5.8%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Anaheim for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Chicago for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anaheim | Chicago | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $71,110 | $103,380 | +45% in Chicago |
| Electrician | $73,810 | $102,350 | +39% in Chicago |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $100,490 | -26% in Chicago |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $78,390 | -23% in Chicago |
| Physician Assistant | $161,890 | $127,940 | -21% in Chicago |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | $100,260 | -18% in Chicago |
| Nurse Practitioner | $161,470 | $131,740 | -18% in Chicago |
| Software Developer | $160,920 | $134,380 | -16% in Chicago |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anaheim or Chicago cheaper to live in?
Chicago is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,983 a month there versus $2,566 in Anaheim.
What salary do I need in Chicago to match $60,000 in Anaheim?
About $54,732 a year gives the same standard of living in Chicago.
Where do people earn more, Anaheim or Chicago?
The typical household earns $102,702 in Anaheim and $84,017 in Chicago, 22% more in Anaheim.