Belfast Wins
5
of 6 categories
Tied
0
categories
Chicago Wins
1
of 6 categories
Category Breakdown
Compare costs across 6 key categories
Overall Cost
64
Belfast
vs
68
Chicago
Belfast is 4 pts cheaper
Rent
38
Belfast
vs
55
Chicago
Belfast is 17 pts cheaper
Groceries
90
Belfast
vs
85
Chicago
Chicago is 5 pts cheaper
Restaurants
70
Belfast
vs
80
Chicago
Belfast is 10 pts cheaper
Transport
76
Belfast
vs
90
Chicago
Belfast is 14 pts cheaper
Utilities
82
Belfast
vs
95
Chicago
Belfast is 13 pts cheaper
Salary Equivalence
How much you'd need in Chicago to match a Belfast salary
| Salary in Belfast | Equivalent in Chicago | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $53,125 | $3,125 more |
| $75,000 | $79,688 | $4,688 more |
| $100,000 | $106,250 | $6,250 more |
| $125,000 | $132,813 | $7,813 more |
| $150,000 | $159,375 | $9,375 more |
| $200,000 | $212,500 | $12,500 more |
Belfast vs Chicago: Summary
The overall cost of living differs by 4%. Belfast is the more affordable option.
Rent: Belfast has a rent index of 38, while Chicago has 55.
Average Salaries: Belfast: $2,200/month vs Chicago: $4,200/month (both in USD).
Out of 6 categories, Belfast wins 5, while Chicago wins 1.
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