Monticello, Minnesota vs. Forest Park, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Forest Park, Illinois is 6.8% more expensive than Monticello, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $53,377 in Forest Park, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Monticello, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Forest Park, Illinois is more expensive than Monticello, Minnesota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
21% more expensive in Forest Park
than in Monticello, Minnesota
Monticello, MN vs. Forest Park, IL
Compared to Monticello, Forest Park is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.8% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% lower
  Commute
  22.4% higher
  Health
  15.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher