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PLANO vs. LAKE FOREST
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Plano, Texas vs. Lake Forest, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is
51.1%
more expensive
than Plano, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$256,948
in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Plano, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is
more expensive
than Plano, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Plano, Texas
Plano, TX vs. Lake Forest, CA
Compared to Plano, Lake Forest is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
51.1% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
0.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
116.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.2% higher
Commute
26.8% higher
Health
7.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
14.5% higher
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