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Cost of Living Calculator - Charlotte, North Carolina vs Lake Forest, Illinois

The cost of living in Lake Forest, Illinois is 58.1% more expensive than Charlotte, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $79,037 in Lake Forest, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, Illinois is more expensive than Charlotte, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
135% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte, NC vs Lake Forest, IL
Compared to Charlotte, Lake Forest is:
  Homeowner
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  58.1% higher
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  9.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  226.3% higher
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  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  4.1% lower
  Health
  1.4% higher
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  Personal
  11.0% higher
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