salaryGrand Prairie is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Grand Prairie to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,983
$1,883
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$1,758
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$88,026
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$295,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$4,954
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$200
👥 People living there
2,711,226
201,883
Commute to work
33.1 min
28 min
College degree
44.3%
30%
Own their home
46%
58.7%
Below poverty line
16.8%
12.1%
Unemployment
8%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Grand Prairie for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Grand Prairie cheaper to live in?
Grand Prairie is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,883 a month there versus $1,983 in Chicago.
What salary do I need in Grand Prairie to match $60,000 in Chicago?
About $56,213 a year gives the same standard of living in Grand Prairie.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Grand Prairie?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $88,026 in Grand Prairie, 5% more in Grand Prairie.