Grayslake, IL Cost of Living


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Grayslake cost of living score
97
Less expensive
3.0% lower
than the US average
3.5% higher
than the Illinois average
Grayslake, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 97, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 3.0% lower than the U.S. average and 3.5% lower than the average for Illinois.

Grayslake, IL

Housing costs in Grayslake?
A typical home costs $280,800, which is 16.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 16.2% more expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Grayslake costs $1,570 per month, which is 9.8% more than the national average of $1,430 and 19.7% more than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Grayslake?
To live comfortably in Grayslake, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $53,640 for a family, and $54,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Grayslake?
Grayslake, IL is an affordable place to live. According to the US Census, the median home value in Grayslake is $221,500 and the median gross rent is $1,086. This is significantly lower than in nearby areas such as Chicago and Milwaukee. The cost of living in Grayslake is also quite low. Goods and services are priced competitively, allowing residents to enjoy all that Grayslake has to offer without breaking the bank. Additionally, property taxes are fairly reasonable at around 2%, giving people more money to put toward other living expenses. All in all, living in Grayslake can be quite economical for those on a budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGrayslakeIllinoisUnited States
  97.093.7100.0
  96.794100
  96.396.9100.0
  89.780.2100.0
  $280,800$241,700$338,100
  95.0%97.7%100.0%
  93.6106.2100.0
  141.7107.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 10 years ago

Property tax is one of the highest in the nation a $220000 home will cost you $10980 in taxes annually as of 9/2014 This information can be verified on the  More

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Grayslake weather is very difficult to enjoy outdoor activities. In summer, it is SO humid and hot and full of mosquitos that you cannot enjoy a beautiful summer night.  More

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Over 14 years ago

3% of home value annually/ A $300,000 home will cost you 10K in annual property taxes. Where does it all  More

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