Cost of Living Calculator - Ottawa, Kansas vs North Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in North Chicago, Illinois is 0.5% more expensive than Ottawa, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $109,564 in North Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ottawa, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Ottawa, Kansas
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
119% more expensive in North Chicago
than in Ottawa, Kansas
Ottawa, KS vs North Chicago, IL
Compared to Ottawa, North Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.5% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% lower
  Commute
  1.3% higher
  Health
  9.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.3% higher

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