Grand Rapids, Michigan vs. Lake Forest, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Forest, Illinois is 76.1% more expensive than Grand Rapids, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $88,045 in Lake Forest, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, Illinois is more expensive than Grand Rapids, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
262% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids, MI vs. Lake Forest, IL
Compared to Grand Rapids, Lake Forest is:
  Homeowner
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  76.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  353.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  1.5% lower
  Health
  18.6% higher
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  Personal
  11.8% higher
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