Schererville, Indiana vs. Waukegan, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waukegan, Illinois is 14.8% cheaper than Schererville, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $42,598 in Waukegan, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Schererville, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waukegan, Illinois is cheaper than Schererville, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Waukegan
than in Schererville, Indiana
Schererville, IN vs. Waukegan, IL
Compared to Schererville, Waukegan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.8% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  11.4% lower
  Health
  2.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% higher