salaryChicago is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Glendale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,983
$2,597
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$2,498
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$95,332
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$1,102,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$6,679
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$174
👥 People living there
2,711,226
190,748
Commute to work
33.1 min
27.1 min
College degree
44.3%
47.2%
Own their home
46%
35.2%
Below poverty line
16.8%
12.9%
Unemployment
8%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Glendale for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chicago | Glendale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $100,490 | $135,560 | +35% in Glendale |
| Plumber | $103,380 | $71,110 | -31% in Glendale |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,390 | $101,860 | +30% in Glendale |
| Electrician | $102,350 | $73,810 | -28% in Glendale |
| Physician Assistant | $127,940 | $161,890 | +27% in Glendale |
| Dental Hygienist | $100,260 | $122,980 | +23% in Glendale |
| Nurse Practitioner | $131,740 | $161,470 | +23% in Glendale |
| Software Developer | $134,380 | $160,920 | +20% in Glendale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Glendale cheaper to live in?
Chicago is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,983 a month there versus $2,597 in Glendale.
What salary do I need in Glendale to match $60,000 in Chicago?
About $65,775 a year gives the same standard of living in Glendale.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Glendale?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $95,332 in Glendale, 12% more in Glendale.