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Folsom, California vs. Lake Forest, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Forest, Illinois is 6.2% more expensive than Folsom, California.

You would need a salary of $53,100 in Lake Forest, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Folsom, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, Illinois is more expensive than Folsom, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
24% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Folsom, California
Folsom, CA vs. Lake Forest, IL
Compared to Folsom, Lake Forest is:
  Homeowner
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  6.2% higher
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  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.7% higher
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  Utilities
  10.0% lower
  Commute
  20.2% lower
  Health
  7.4% lower
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  Personal
  2.4% higher
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