salaryChicago is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Moreno Valley to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,983
$2,591
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$2,138
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$100,540
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$503,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$3,349
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$168
👥 People living there
2,711,226
211,666
Commute to work
33.1 min
35.5 min
College degree
44.3%
17.8%
Own their home
46%
63.3%
Below poverty line
16.8%
11.7%
Unemployment
8%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Moreno Valley for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Moreno Valley cheaper to live in?
Chicago is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,983 a month there versus $2,591 in Moreno Valley.
What salary do I need in Moreno Valley to match $60,000 in Chicago?
About $64,127 a year gives the same standard of living in Moreno Valley.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Moreno Valley?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $100,540 in Moreno Valley, 16% more in Moreno Valley.