Second-largest US city with strong finance and tech sectors. Excellent food and culture, winter is cold.
US - Midwest • 🇺🇸
1-Bed Rent
$1,750
per month
Median Salary
$56,000
per year
Afford Alone?
No ✗
Challenging
Studio
$1,445
1-Bedroom
$1,750
Shared 2-Bed
$965
Coliving
$1,140
Shared House
$790
| Income | $3,400 |
| Needs (housing, food, transport) | $2,265(67%) |
| Wants (dining, entertainment) | $467(14%) |
| Savings | $340(10%) |
| Remaining | $328 |
Groceries
$280
Dining Out
$210
Subscriptions
$50
Entertainment
$135
Personal Care
$72
Public Transport
$105
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