Seattle, Washington vs. Grayslake, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grayslake, Illinois is 42.5% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $81,663 in Grayslake, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grayslake, Illinois is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Grayslake
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Grayslake, IL
Compared to Seattle, Grayslake is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.5% 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
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  38.1% higher
  Commute
  31.9% lower
  Health
  9.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% lower