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Cost & Benefits

Chicago vs Seattle

Simple answer

You'd likely save $590 a month in Chicago.

Typical rent is $2,030 in Seattle and $1,440 in Chicago. This is the Census typical rent, not a promise about your lease.

Chicago

Illinois

Typical rent
$1,440
Typical pay
$77,902 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$2,011
Price index
103.6 (metro)

Seattle

Washington

Typical rent
$2,030
Typical pay
$123,860 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$2,549
Price index
111.1 (metro)

Benefits after a move

Benefit rules change with the state, not the city. Check both state guides before you move.