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Chicago, so far
Side by side on the eight things that decide whether a town actually fits. Each column links to the full guide.
Chicago
Cook County
Strong fit with tradeoffs
Overall score
Higher is a closer fit.
Chicago · Overall
81
Activities is the strongest daily-life fit. Home costs is the piece to verify before treating the move as settled.
Everyday affordability
Chicago · Everyday affordability
Home, taxes & insurance
Chicago · Home, taxes & insurance
Restaurants & outings
Chicago · Restaurants & outings
Activities & social calendar
Chicago · Activities & social calendar
Parks & outdoor life
Chicago · Parks & outdoor life
Health & support access
Chicago · Health & support access
Weather comfort
Chicago · Weather comfort
Getting around & family visits
Chicago · Getting around & family visits
Region
Chicago · Region
Chicago metro
County
Chicago · County
Cook County
Last checked
Chicago · Last checked
May 31, 2026
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