Cost of Living Calculator - Lawrence, Kansas vs Evanston, Illinois


The cost of living in Evanston, Illinois is 32.2% more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $39,676 in Evanston, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Lawrence, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Evanston, Illinois is more expensive than Lawrence, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Evanston
than in Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS vs Evanston, IL
Compared to Lawrence, Evanston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.2% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  47.9% higher
  Health
  16.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% higher

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