Dayton, Ohio vs. Waukegan, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waukegan, Illinois is 19.0% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $59,494 in Waukegan, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waukegan, Illinois is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% more expensive in Waukegan
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Waukegan, IL
Compared to Dayton, Waukegan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.0% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  153.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% lower
  Commute
  7.2% higher
  Health
  6.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% higher