Houston, Texas vs. Oak Lawn, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oak Lawn, Illinois is 7.6% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $80,733 in Oak Lawn, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oak Lawn, Illinois is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
47% more expensive in Oak Lawn
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Oak Lawn, IL
Compared to Houston, Oak Lawn is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% higher
      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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% lower
  Commute
  16.1% higher
  Health
  7.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% higher