New Ulm, Minnesota vs. North Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in North Chicago, Illinois is 1.8% more expensive than New Ulm, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $77,376 in North Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in New Ulm, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than New Ulm, Minnesota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
93% more expensive in North Chicago
than in New Ulm, Minnesota
New Ulm, MN vs. North Chicago, IL
Compared to New Ulm, North Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% lower
  Commute
  24.0% higher
  Health
  15.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.4% higher