Cost of Living Calculator - North Chicago, Illinois vs West Palm Beach, Florida


The cost of living in West Palm Beach, Florida is 37.2% more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $68,615 in West Palm Beach, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Palm Beach, Florida is more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
177% more expensive in West Palm Beach
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs West Palm Beach, FL
Compared to North Chicago, West Palm Beach is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.2% 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
  11.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  148.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% higher
  Commute
  76.0% higher
  Health
  4.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% lower

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