2026
| Category | 🇺🇸 Chicago | 🇺🇸 Austin | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 76.1 | 71.2 | -6.4% |
| Rent | 53.5 | 45.1 | -15.7% |
| Groceries | 88.6 | 78.5 | -11.4% |
| Restaurants | 75.6 | 76.6 | +1.3% |
| Purchasing Power | 141.4 | 160.9 | +13.8% |
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