Cost of Living Calculator - Decatur, Illinois vs North Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in North Chicago, Illinois is 14.9% more expensive than Decatur, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $57,445 in North Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Decatur, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Decatur, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% more expensive in North Chicago
than in Decatur, Illinois
Decatur, IL vs North Chicago, IL
Compared to Decatur, North Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  3.4% higher
  Health
  13.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.6% higher

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