salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,983
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$176
👥 People living there
2,711,226
290,594
Commute to work
33.1 min
25.4 min
College degree
44.3%
60.5%
Own their home
46%
56.9%
Below poverty line
16.8%
6.8%
Unemployment
8%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chicago | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $102,350 | $59,010 | -42% in Plano |
| Plumber | $103,380 | $61,250 | -41% in Plano |
| Carpenter | $80,440 | $48,740 | -39% in Plano |
| HVAC Technician | $77,960 | $59,560 | -24% in Plano |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $31,200 | $24,160 | -23% in Plano |
| Firefighter | $82,820 | $64,900 | -22% in Plano |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,490 | $122,520 | +18% in Plano |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,940 | $38,530 | -18% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Plano cheaper to live in?
Chicago and Plano cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Chicago?
About $59,708 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Plano?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $121,065 in Plano, 31% more in Plano.