2026
| Category | 🇺🇸 New York | 🇺🇸 Chicago | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 100.0 | 76.1 | -23.9% |
| Rent | 100.0 | 53.5 | -46.5% |
| Groceries | 100.0 | 88.6 | -11.4% |
| Restaurants | 100.0 | 75.6 | -24.4% |
| Purchasing Power | 100.0 | 141.4 | +41.4% |
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