Is the cost of living in Chicago high?

"The cost of living in Chicago is generally considered to be higher than the national average. Rent prices for a nice 1 bedroom apartment in Chicago can range from around $1,500 to $2,000 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can range from around $2,000 to $2,500 per month. Eating dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Chicago can cost around $20 to $30 per person," remarked another expat who made the move to Chicago, the United States.