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North Chicago, IL vs Exton, PA

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Is it cheaper to live in Exton or is it cheaper to live in North Chicago?
- Exton is 23.3% more expensive than North Chicago.

Which city has more affordable housing, Exton or North Chicago?
- Exton housing costs are 227.7% more expensive than North Chicago housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in North Chicago or is Health Care more affordable in Exton.
- Health related expenses are 9.6% more in Exton.
 North Chicago, ILExton, PAUnited States
 Overall  Unlock119.6100
 Food & Groceries94.2  Unlock100
 Health  Unlock105.5100
 Housing48.0  Unlock100
 Median Home Cost  Unlock$524,100$338,100
 Utilities94  Unlock100
 Transportation  Unlock96.5100
 Miscellaneous141.5  Unlock100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for North Chicago    3 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

The crime stats for North Chicago show that crime reporting is a total sham. Surrounding areas like Waukegan are actually wonderful and safe compared to North Chicago.  More

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Over 13 years ago

Well,I am Active Duty NAvy who is looking to switch to Reserve and I am looking for a place with low C.O.L. so I can focus on my job and sace money, NOrth Chicago is a  More

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I grew up on Lake Shore Drive. It was wonderful to just hop on the 152 bus and go to downtown Chicago where you can do almost anything...the theatres, the shopping, the  More

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Reviews for Exton    1 Reviews

I've lived here for 20 years. I was raised in nearby West Chester. Except for 10 years in my 20's when I lived in different places around the country, I've always called  More

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