Chicago pricesTypical travel costs & cost of living in Chicago
Median prices travelers actually see in Chicago, in local USD and US dollars (updated 2026-06-01). Use them to plan your daily budget.
Typical prices in Chicago by category
| Category | Typical (USD) | Typical (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Food | 8.00 USD | $8.00 |
| Attractions | 12.00 USD | $12.00 |
| Lodging | 133.00 USD | $132.50 |
| Drink | 8.00 USD | $8.00 |
What things cost in Chicago
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| locker rental | 1.00 USD · $1.00 |
| Admission | 5.00 USD · $5.00 |
| brunch buffet: | 6.00 USD · $6.00 |
| dinner | 39.00 USD · $38.50 |
| entrees | 5.00 USD · $5.00 |
| Dorm beds | 20.00 USD · $20.00 |
| Hotel room | 20.00 USD · $20.00 |
| Ice cream | 4.00 USD · $4.00 |
| Rooms | 50.00 USD · $50.00 |
| prix fixe lunch | 25.00 USD · $24.50 |
| delivers a whole sandwich meal | 8.00 USD · $8.00 |
| Birriería Zaragoza · meal | 5.00 USD · $5.00 |
| Noodles | 6.00 USD · $6.00 |
| Pizza | 8.00 USD · $8.00 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Chicago expensive for travelers?
- Chicago prices below show typical (median) costs by category in USD and USD, so you can judge for your budget.
- How much does food cost in Chicago?
- See the "Food" row in the table for the typical meal price in Chicago.
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Prices are medians of crowd-sourced + open-licence observations for travel planning, not official statistics. Actual prices vary by venue and season.