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ELGIN vs. LAKE FOREST
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Cost of Living Calculator - Elgin, Illinois vs Lake Forest, California
The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is
80.0%
more expensive
than Elgin, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$117,014
in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is
more expensive
than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
254% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs Lake Forest, CA
Compared to Elgin, Lake Forest is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
80.0% higher
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7.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
272.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
2.8% higher
Commute
22.8% higher
Health
0.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.8% higher
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