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AUSTIN vs. LAKE FOREST
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Cost of Living Calculator - Austin, Texas vs Lake Forest, Illinois

The cost of living in Lake Forest, Illinois is 21.8% more expensive than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $194,869 in Lake Forest, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Lake Forest, Illinois is more expensive than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Austin, Texas

Austin, TX vs Lake Forest, IL

Compared to Austin, Lake Forest is:

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21.8% higher

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11.9% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

102.4% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

5.1% lower

Commute

14.7% lower

Health

5.2% lower

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Personal

9.9% higher

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