United States
Cost of Living in Chicago, IL
Monthly Total
$3,756
$65,730
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,950
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$60
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,950
$34,125
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$217
$3,798
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$230
$4,025
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$240
$4,200
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$300
$5,250
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$347
$6,073
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$387
$6,773
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$85
$1,488
Monthly Total
$3,756
$65,730
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