Wilmette, Illinois vs. Lake Forest, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Forest, Illinois is 1.1% more expensive than Wilmette, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $50,545 in Lake Forest, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Wilmette, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, Illinois is more expensive than Wilmette, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Wilmette, Illinois
Wilmette, IL vs. Lake Forest, IL
Compared to Wilmette, Lake Forest is:
  Homeowner
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  1.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  29.4% lower
  Health
  9.4% higher
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  Personal
  2.2% higher
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