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Thompson vs Chicago

United States vs United States · 1,079 km apart

Thompson

United States

$1,110

single / month

Cheaper overall

Chicago

United States

$1,635

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Thompson	Chicago	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$10.13	$14.40	Thompson
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$40.50	$57.60	Thompson
Cappuccino	$3.04	$4.32	Thompson
Monthly groceries (single person)	$230	$326	Thompson
Monthly public transport pass	$37.13	$52.80	Thompson
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$97.88	$139	Thompson
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$28.35	$40.32	Thompson
Fitness club membership	$28.35	$40.32	Thompson
Cinema ticket	$7.43	$10.56	Thompson
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$625	$971	Thompson
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$435	$675	Thompson
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,304	$2,026	Thompson
Total single-person budget	$1,110	$1,635	Thompson
Average net salary	$3,510	$4,992

Verdict

Thompson is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Thompson runs about $1,110 versus $1,635 in Chicago — a difference of roughly 47%.

Salary-adjusted, Chicago leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Thompson · Full cost of living in Chicago

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thompson cheaper than Chicago?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,110 per month in Thompson versus $1,635 in Chicago — about 47% less.

How far is Thompson from Chicago?

The straight-line distance between Thompson and Chicago is approximately 1,079 km (670 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Thompson or Chicago?

The estimated average net salary is $3,510 in Thompson and $4,992 in Chicago. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,400 in Thompson versus $3,357 in Chicago per month.