Jackson, Tennessee vs. Waukegan, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waukegan, Illinois is 4.4% more expensive than Jackson, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $52,222 in Waukegan, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Jackson, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waukegan, Illinois is more expensive than Jackson, Tennessee
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
49% more expensive in Waukegan
than in Jackson, Tennessee
Jackson, TN vs. Waukegan, IL
Compared to Jackson, Waukegan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% lower
  Commute
  14.0% higher
  Health
  2.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher