Dexter, Michigan vs. Skokie, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Skokie, Illinois is 3.9% more expensive than Dexter, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $51,956 in Skokie, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Dexter, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Skokie, Illinois is more expensive than Dexter, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
19% more expensive in Skokie
than in Dexter, Michigan
Dexter, MI vs. Skokie, IL
Compared to Dexter, Skokie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% 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
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% lower
  Commute
  19.4% higher
  Health
  8.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.3% higher