Northbrook, Illinois vs. Bellingham, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bellingham, Washington is 7.9% cheaper than Northbrook, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $46,073 in Bellingham, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Northbrook, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bellingham, Washington is cheaper than Northbrook, Illinois
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
35% cheaper in Bellingham
than in Northbrook, Illinois
Northbrook, IL vs. Bellingham, WA
Compared to Northbrook, Bellingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.9% lower
      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
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.6% lower
  Commute
  36.6% lower
  Health
  10.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% higher