Chicago, Illinois vs. Laguna Woods, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laguna Woods, California is 5.6% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $52,793 in Laguna Woods, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laguna Woods, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% more expensive in Laguna Woods
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Laguna Woods, CA
Compared to Chicago, Laguna Woods is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.4% higher
  Commute
  18.8% lower
  Health
  6.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% lower