San Carlos, California vs. Winnetka, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Winnetka, Illinois is 32.7% cheaper than San Carlos, California.

You would need a salary of $67,292 in Winnetka, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in San Carlos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Winnetka, Illinois is cheaper than San Carlos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Winnetka
than in San Carlos, California
San Carlos, CA vs. Winnetka, IL
Compared to San Carlos, Winnetka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.7% 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
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  2.5% lower
  Health
  25.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.8% lower