City Comparison
Chicago, IL vs Toronto, ON
Data last updated: July 25, 2026
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Side-by-Side Comparison
Chicago, IL
COL Index108.0
Housing Index120.0
Median Salary$62,000
1BR Rent (avg)$1,800
3BR Rent (avg)$3,100
State/Prov Tax5.0%
Toronto, ON
COL Index135.0
Housing Index175.0
Median Salary$72,000
1BR Rent (avg)$2,400
3BR Rent (avg)$3,800
State/Prov Tax5.1%
Salary Equivalence
| Current Salary (Chicago, IL) | Equivalent in Toronto, ON | Housing-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $62,500 | $72,916 |
| $75,000 | $93,750 | $109,375 |
| $100,000 | $125,000 | $145,833 |
| $150,000 | $187,500 | $218,750 |
| $200,000 | $250,000 | $291,666 |
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Key Differences
Overall COL Difference+25.0%
Housing Cost Difference+45.8%
1BR Rent Difference+33.3%
3BR Rent Difference+22.6%
Tax Rate Difference+0.1 pts
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