North Chicago, Illinois vs. Kent, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kent, Ohio is 2.9% more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $51,461 in Kent, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kent, Ohio is more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% more expensive in Kent
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs. Kent, OH
Compared to North Chicago, Kent is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  6.9% higher
  Health
  9.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.8% lower