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| Beginning Teacher Salary: $31,900-44,000 |
| Closest city to enter for comparison: Chicago, IL |
| Average Per Capita Income - Chicago |
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| $20,175 |
| Housing |
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| Single: $950-1,100 (average) |
| Shared: $600-650 (average) |
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Many corps members choose to share apartments with other corps members during their two-year commitment, and they live in a variety of neighborhoods. Please note that all Chicago Public School teachers are required to live within the Chicago city limits. These teachers have six months from the time of being hired to establish city residency. |
| General Cost of Living |
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| Movie Admission: $10 |
| Cover Charge at a Club: $5-20 |
Gym Membership:
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| Dinner at a Modestly Priced Restaurant: $15-20 |
| Public Transportation: $2 |