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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Lake Forest, California

The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is 53.5% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $115,154 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
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  53.5% higher
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  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  213.2% higher
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  Utilities
  9.5% higher
  Commute
  19.4% lower
  Health
  6.1% higher
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  Personal
  2.1% lower
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