North Chicago, Illinois vs. Alhambra, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alhambra, California is 111.7% more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $105,845 in Alhambra, California to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alhambra, California is more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
493% more expensive in Alhambra
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs. Alhambra, CA
Compared to North Chicago, Alhambra is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  111.7% 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
  9.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  581.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  120.9% higher
  Health
  10.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% lower