salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,070
$1,983
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,967
$1,622
💵 Families earn per year
$116,580
$84,017
🔑 Buying a house
$507,800
$334,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
103.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,258
$4,943
⚡ Electric bill per month
$177
$90
👥 People living there
280,136
2,711,226
Commute to work
23.9 min
33.1 min
College degree
47.7%
44.3%
Own their home
65%
46%
Below poverty line
7.9%
16.8%
Unemployment
3.6%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Chandler for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Chicago for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chandler | Chicago | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $61,210 | $102,350 | +67% in Chicago |
| Plumber | $63,750 | $103,380 | +62% in Chicago |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $31,200 | -34% in Chicago |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $82,820 | +34% in Chicago |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | $80,440 | +33% in Chicago |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | $78,390 | +32% in Chicago |
| HVAC Technician | $61,170 | $77,960 | +27% in Chicago |
| Police Officer | $85,050 | $107,810 | +27% in Chicago |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chandler or Chicago cheaper to live in?
Chandler and Chicago cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Chicago to match $60,000 in Chandler?
About $60,162 a year gives the same standard of living in Chicago.
Where do people earn more, Chandler or Chicago?
The typical household earns $116,580 in Chandler and $84,017 in Chicago, 39% more in Chandler.