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Cost of Living Calculator - Merced, California vs River Forest, Illinois

The cost of living in River Forest, Illinois is 35.3% more expensive than Merced, California.

You would need a salary of $101,512 in River Forest, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, River Forest, Illinois is more expensive than Merced, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% more expensive in River Forest
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs River Forest, IL
Compared to Merced, River Forest is:
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  35.3% higher
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  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  98.2% higher
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  Utilities
  13.9% lower
  Commute
  31.7% higher
  Health
  27.5% lower
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  Personal
  11.1% higher
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