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5.0%
State tax rate
$2,328
Median rent
100
Walk score
540
Crime /100K
Financial Overview
What does Chicago actually cost?
Median rent is $2,328/mo in Chicago.
IL has a 5.0% state income tax rate.
Your actual purchasing power gain or loss depends on your income, your current state's tax rate, and your housing situation. ZipSage calculates the exact dollar difference for your profile — free.
State income tax
5.0%
Median rent
$2,328/mo
Median home price
$317,283
Walk Score
100/100 — Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100/100
Violent crime rate
540/100K — above avg
HRC equality score
100/100 — Leader
Avg high temperature
59°F
Sunny days / year
190 days
Humidity
65%
Population
2.7M
Property tax rate
2.27%
Sales tax rate
8.83%
Your Personalized Report
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Monthly savings vs your current housing cost
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Your ZipSage match score for Chicago
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Career outlook for your industry in Chicago
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ZipSage verdict — is Chicago right for you?
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Walkability
Walk Score 100/100 — Walker's Paradise.
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LGBTQ+ Friendly
HRC Municipal Equality score 100/100 — Leader.
Is Chicago right for your situation?
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