Cost of Living Calculator - North Chicago, Illinois vs Seattle, Washington


The cost of living in Seattle, Washington is 113.2% more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $138,590 in Seattle, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Seattle, Washington is more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
475% more expensive in Seattle
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs Seattle, WA
Compared to North Chicago, Seattle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  113.2% 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
  15.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  634.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.8% lower
  Commute
  89.9% higher
  Health
  8.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% higher

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