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CHICAGO vs. LAKE WALES
Cost of Living Comparison
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Lake Wales, Florida
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Wales, Florida is
20.2%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$39,898
in Lake Wales, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Wales, Florida is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% cheaper in Lake Wales
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Lake Wales, FL
Compared to Chicago, Lake Wales is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
20.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
40.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.7% higher
Commute
36.5% lower
Health
14.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
12.5% lower
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