North Chicago, Illinois vs. Palo Alto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 449.9% more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $632,427 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2070% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to North Chicago, Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
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  449.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  32.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2,929.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  94.2% higher
  Health
  11.8% higher
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  Personal
  5.1% lower
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