Dallas, Texas vs. Lake Forest, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Forest, Illinois is 56.0% more expensive than Dallas, Texas.

You would need a salary of $132,634 in Lake Forest, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Dallas, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, Illinois is more expensive than Dallas, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
204% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Dallas, Texas
Dallas, TX vs. Lake Forest, IL
Compared to Dallas, Lake Forest is:
  Homeowner
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  56.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  247.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.0% lower
  Commute
  20.0% lower
  Health
  1.8% lower
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  Personal
  4.8% higher
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