salaryParadise is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,983
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$142
👥 People living there
2,711,226
185,913
Commute to work
33.1 min
23.2 min
College degree
44.3%
24.1%
Own their home
46%
41.9%
Below poverty line
16.8%
17.6%
Unemployment
8%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Paradise for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chicago | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $103,380 | $59,700 | -42% in Paradise |
| Electrician | $102,350 | $70,890 | -31% in Paradise |
| Firefighter | $82,820 | $59,280 | -28% in Paradise |
| Police Officer | $107,810 | $77,750 | -28% in Paradise |
| HVAC Technician | $77,960 | $60,240 | -23% in Paradise |
| Carpenter | $80,440 | $62,380 | -22% in Paradise |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,390 | $65,040 | -17% in Paradise |
| Cashier | $35,010 | $29,360 | -16% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Paradise is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,532 a month there versus $1,983 in Chicago.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Chicago?
About $58,042 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Paradise?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $63,836 in Paradise, 32% more in Chicago.