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CHICAGO vs. LAKE FOREST
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Lake Forest, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is
53.5%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$76,769
in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
229% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Lake Forest, CA
Compared to Chicago, Lake Forest is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
53.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
6.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
213.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.5% higher
Commute
19.4% lower
Health
6.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.1% lower
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