Does a RN salary cut it in Chicago?

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I have a question.... Is 56,000 a decent salary to live on in Chicago? I'm moving there from NYC where I'm making 84,000! I expected a lower salary considering the lower cost of living but it still seems quite low. Any thoughts?

http://www.bankrate.com/calculators/savings/moving-cost-of-living-calculator.aspxMuch lower cost of living in Chicago, especially if compared to Manhattan

Mr Chicago, the link doesn't work (at least for me)

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Specializes in Urgent Care NP, Emergency Nursing, Camp Nursing.
Mr Chicago, the link doesn't work (at least for me)

Fixed the link for you:

Cost of Living comparison calculator

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RN with 16 yrs experience, thinking about taking a travel contract in Chicago and if all goes well, staying on perm. I just came back from Philly, am now in Raleigh, and we are looking for an adventure! I love city living, but I know parking in any large city is costly at best. Oak Park/Riverside sound like nice options..as long as there is easy PT around, I don't mind being just outside the city. Any info on hospitals and getting license by endorsement appreciated!

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