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APPLETON vs. LAKE FOREST
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Appleton, Wisconsin vs. Lake Forest, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Forest, Illinois is
87.2%
more expensive
than Appleton, Wisconsin.
You would need a salary of
$93,587
in Lake Forest, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Appleton, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, Illinois is
more expensive
than Appleton, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
303% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Appleton, Wisconsin
Appleton, WI vs. Lake Forest, IL
Compared to Appleton, Lake Forest is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
87.2% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
14.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
379.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.0% lower
Commute
26.5% higher
Health
1.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.0% higher
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