Cost of Living Calculator - Augusta, Maine vs North Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in North Chicago, Illinois is 5.1% cheaper than Augusta, Maine.

You would need a salary of $71,201 in North Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Augusta, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Augusta, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in North Chicago
than in Augusta, Maine
Augusta, ME vs North Chicago, IL
Compared to Augusta, North Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% lower
      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
  10.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% lower
  Commute
  12.8% higher
  Health
  2.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.0% higher

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