Bloomington, Illinois vs. Waukegan, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waukegan, Illinois is 2.7% more expensive than Bloomington, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $51,335 in Waukegan, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Bloomington, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waukegan, Illinois is more expensive than Bloomington, Illinois
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
31% more expensive in Waukegan
than in Bloomington, Illinois
Bloomington, IL vs. Waukegan, IL
Compared to Bloomington, Waukegan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.7% higher
      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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  28.9% higher
  Health
  11.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% higher