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SEATTLE vs. LAKE FOREST
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Seattle, Washington vs. Lake Forest, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Forest, Illinois is
6.1%
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$168,119
in Lake Forest, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, Illinois is
cheaper
than Seattle, Washington
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
31% cheaper in Lake Forest
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Lake Forest, IL
Compared to Seattle, Lake Forest is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
4.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
36.6% higher
Commute
31.9% lower
Health
9.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.2% lower
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