Vancouver, Washington vs. Evanston, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Evanston, Illinois is 4.4% more expensive than Vancouver, Washington.

You would need a salary of $52,203 in Evanston, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Vancouver, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Evanston, Illinois is more expensive than Vancouver, Washington
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
53% more expensive in Evanston
than in Vancouver, Washington
Vancouver, WA vs. Evanston, IL
Compared to Vancouver, Evanston 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
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.5% higher
  Commute
  2.9% higher
  Health
  3.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% higher