Chicago, Illinois vs. Lake Mary, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Mary, Florida is 2.5% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $77,911 in Lake Mary, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Mary, Florida is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Lake Mary
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Lake Mary, FL
Compared to Chicago, Lake Mary is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% 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
  6.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% higher
  Commute
  21.7% lower
  Health
  18.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% lower