salaryFrisco is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Frisco to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,983
$2,246
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$2,299
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$162,004
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$642,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$9,572
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$196
👥 People living there
2,711,226
219,304
Commute to work
33.1 min
28.6 min
College degree
44.3%
67.5%
Own their home
46%
65.9%
Below poverty line
16.8%
3.6%
Unemployment
8%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Frisco for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Frisco cheaper to live in?
Frisco is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,246 a month there versus $1,983 in Chicago.
What salary do I need in Frisco to match $60,000 in Chicago?
About $56,213 a year gives the same standard of living in Frisco.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Frisco?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $162,004 in Frisco, 48% more in Frisco.