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Cost of Living Calculator - Sacramento, California vs Lake Forest, Illinois

The cost of living in Lake Forest, Illinois is 29.6% more expensive than Sacramento, California.

You would need a salary of $97,204 in Lake Forest, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Sacramento, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, Illinois is more expensive than Sacramento, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
110% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA vs Lake Forest, IL
Compared to Sacramento, Lake Forest is:
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  29.6% higher
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  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  128.1% higher
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  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  22.6% lower
  Health
  7.4% lower
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  Personal
  4.0% higher
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