Lawrence, Kansas vs. McHenry, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in McHenry, Illinois is 4.4% more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $57,420 in McHenry, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, McHenry, Illinois is more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
40% more expensive in McHenry
than in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS vs. Mchenry, IL
Compared to Lawrence, Mchenry 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% lower
  Commute
  40.2% higher
  Health
  8.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% higher