Grand Rapids, Michigan vs. North Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in North Chicago, Illinois is 12.1% cheaper than Grand Rapids, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $65,950 in North Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Grand Rapids, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in North Chicago
than in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids, MI vs. North Chicago, IL
Compared to Grand Rapids, North Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% lower
      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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  23.9% lower
  Health
  18.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.1% higher