2026
| Category | 🇺🇸 Chicago | 🇺🇸 Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 76.1 | 64.9 | -14.7% |
| Rent | 53.5 | 39.5 | -26.2% |
| Groceries | 88.6 | 71.3 | -19.5% |
| Restaurants | 75.6 | 70.5 | -6.7% |
| Purchasing Power | 141.4 | 160.0 | +13.2% |
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