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

The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is 33.8% more expensive than Evanston, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $100,386 in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Evanston, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is more expensive than Evanston, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
120% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Evanston, Illinois
Evanston, IL vs Lake Forest, CA
Compared to Evanston, Lake Forest is:
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  33.8% higher
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  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  114.2% higher
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  Utilities
  6.9% higher
  Commute
  13.2% lower
  Health
  6.1% higher
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  Personal
  3.3% lower
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