Pulaski, Tennessee vs. North Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in North Chicago, Illinois is 5.4% more expensive than Pulaski, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $89,552 in North Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Pulaski, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Pulaski, Tennessee
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
155% more expensive in North Chicago
than in Pulaski, Tennessee
Pulaski, TN vs. North Chicago, IL
Compared to Pulaski, North Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.4% 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
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% lower
  Commute
  11.9% higher
  Health
  11.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.9% higher