Ardsley, New York vs. Lake Forest, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Forest, Illinois is 4.2% cheaper than Ardsley, New York.

You would need a salary of $47,903 in Lake Forest, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ardsley, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, Illinois is cheaper than Ardsley, New York
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
34% cheaper in Lake Forest
than in Ardsley, New York
Ardsley, NY vs. Lake Forest, IL
Compared to Ardsley, Lake Forest is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.9% lower
  Commute
  17.5% lower
  Health
  23.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower