Cost of Living Calculator - Seattle, Washington vs North Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in North Chicago, Illinois is 53.1% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $58,626 in North Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, North Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% cheaper in North Chicago
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs North Chicago, IL
Compared to Seattle, North Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.1% 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
  13.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.6% higher
  Commute
  47.3% lower
  Health
  9.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% lower

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