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CHICAGO vs. LAKE FOREST
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Lake Forest, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Forest, Illinois is
46.7%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$143,073
in Lake Forest, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, Illinois is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
216% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Lake Forest, IL
Compared to Chicago, Lake Forest is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
46.7% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
11.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
225.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.3% higher
Commute
32.3% lower
Health
9.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.8% higher
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