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Irvine, California vs. Lake Forest, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Forest, Illinois is 13.0% cheaper than Irvine, California.

You would need a salary of $43,512 in Lake Forest, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Irvine, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, Illinois is cheaper than Irvine, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% cheaper in Lake Forest
than in Irvine, California
Irvine, CA vs. Lake Forest, IL
Compared to Irvine, Lake Forest is:
  Homeowner
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  13.0% lower
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  Food
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.6% lower
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  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  15.6% lower
  Health
  3.1% higher
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  Personal
  5.2% higher
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