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HOUSTON vs. NORTH CHICAGO
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Houston, Texas vs. North Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in North Chicago, Illinois is
17.6%
cheaper
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$65,927
in North Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Chicago, Illinois is
cheaper
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in North Chicago
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. North Chicago, IL
Compared to Houston, North Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.0% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
47.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.6% lower
Commute
39.2% lower
Health
1.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.2% higher
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