Chicago is about 6% more expensive than Charlotte overall — $100,000 in Charlotte is worth about $106,417 in Chicago.
Charlotte vs Chicago: the numbers
| Metric | Charlotte | Chicago | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living index (US=100) | 97 | 104 | +6% |
| Median rent | $1,504 | $1,380 | -8% |
| Median home value | $351,500 | $315,200 | -10% |
| Median household income | $78,438 | $75,134 | -4% |
Cost of living = BEA Regional Price Parities (US average = 100). Rent, home value, and income from the U.S. Census ACS. See our methodology.
What your salary is worth
A $100,000 salary in Charlotte has the same buying power as about $106,417 in Chicago. Going the other way, $100,000 in Chicago is like $93,970 in Charlotte.
Use the calculator below to compare any salary between Charlotte and Chicago.