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Las VegasvsChicago

Moving from Las Vegas to Chicago will cost approximately $114,774 more on median home prices (28.0% higher). Monthly rent is $478 more expensive in Chicago. Note that median income is 2.1% lower in Chicago.

Housing
28.0% more
Rent
28.0% more
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Chicago

Side-by-Side Comparison

Origin

Las Vegas, NV

Median Home Price$410,500
Monthly Rent$1,710
Median Income$74,773
Population623,769
Destination

Chicago, IL

Median Home Price
$525,274+28.0%
Monthly Rent
$2,189+28.0%
Median Income
$73,194-2.1%
Population2,720,556
Housing

Rent History & Trends

Understanding how rental prices have changed over time helps predict future affordability and make informed decisions about your move.

Las Vegas

2015$991
2020$1,324
2025$1,710

Chicago

2015$1,513
2020$1,592
2025$2,189

Annual Cost of Living

A comprehensive breakdown of annual living expenses helps you budget effectively for your new life in Chicago.

Las Vegas

Housing$8,397
Food$6,378
Transport$14,320
Healthcare$11,789
Total$45,225

Chicago

Housing$7,516
Food$5,442
Transport$13,003
Healthcare$12,465
Total$50,964
Costs

Key Insights

28.0%
Housing Cost
more expensive in Chicago
$478
Monthly Rent Difference
additional cost per month
2.1%
Income Level
lower median income

Demographics

Las Vegas

Population623,769
Median Age37.5 yrs
Violent Crime Rate432 per 100k
Property Crime Rate2232 per 100k

Chicago

Population2,720,556
Median Age34.2 yrs
Violent Crime Rate345 per 100k
Property Crime Rate1393 per 100k

Safety & Crime Statistics

Las Vegas

432
Violent Crime Rate (per 100k)
2232
Property Crime Rate (per 100k)

Chicago

345
Violent Crime Rate (per 100k)
1393
Property Crime Rate (per 100k)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Chicago or Las Vegas?

Las Vegas is 28.0% cheaper for housing than Chicago. The median home price in Las Vegas is $410,500 compared to $525,274 in Chicago.

What is the rent difference between Las Vegas and Chicago?

Monthly rent in Chicago averages $2,189, while Las Vegas averages $1,710. That's a difference of $478 per month, or $5,739 annually.

How do incomes compare between Las Vegas and Chicago?

The median household income in Chicago is $73,194, which is 2.1% lower than Las Vegas's median of $74,773.

Which city is safer: Las Vegas or Chicago?

Las Vegas has a violent crime rate of 432 per 100k residents, while Chicago has 345 per 100k. Chicago is statistically safer.

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