West Chicago, Illinois vs. Federal Way, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Federal Way, Washington is 32.1% more expensive than West Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $52,847 in Federal Way, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in West Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Federal Way, Washington is more expensive than West Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% more expensive in Federal Way
than in West Chicago, Illinois
West Chicago, IL vs. Federal Way, WA
Compared to West Chicago, Federal Way is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.1% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.8% lower
  Commute
  32.9% higher
  Health
  6.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% higher