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Cost of Living Calculator - Minneapolis, Minnesota vs Lake Forest, Illinois

The cost of living in Lake Forest, Illinois is 50.1% more expensive than Minneapolis, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $75,048 in Lake Forest, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, Illinois is more expensive than Minneapolis, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
205% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN vs Lake Forest, IL
Compared to Minneapolis, Lake Forest is:
  Homeowner
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  50.1% higher
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  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  175.8% higher
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  Utilities
  5.7% lower
  Commute
  13.6% lower
  Health
  27.0% higher
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  Personal
  1.9% higher
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