Lake Forest, Illinois vs. Boulder, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boulder, Colorado is 6.3% more expensive than Lake Forest, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $53,173 in Boulder, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Forest, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boulder, Colorado is more expensive than Lake Forest, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Boulder
than in Lake Forest, Illinois
Lake Forest, IL vs. Boulder, CO
Compared to Lake Forest, Boulder is:
  Homeowner
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  6.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.6% lower
  Commute
  1.6% higher
  Health
  11.2% lower
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  Personal
  2.0% lower
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