Cost of Living Calculator - Waukegan, Illinois vs Boise City, Idaho


The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 37.7% more expensive than Waukegan, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $137,707 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukegan, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is more expensive than Waukegan, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
163% more expensive in Boise City
than in Waukegan, Illinois
Waukegan, IL vs Boise City, ID
Compared to Waukegan, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.7% higher
      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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  135.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  2.8% lower
  Health
  4.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.3% lower

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