Cost of Living Calculator - Waukegan, Illinois vs Olympia, Washington


The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 32.3% more expensive than Waukegan, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $26,454 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukegan, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is more expensive than Waukegan, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
159% more expensive in Olympia
than in Waukegan, Illinois
Waukegan, IL vs Olympia, WA
Compared to Waukegan, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.3% 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
  7.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  147.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.3% lower
  Commute
  4.8% higher
  Health
  9.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% lower

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