Cost of living in Oak Lawn

Oak Lawn, United States is Very expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $2326 for one person and $5593 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Oak Lawn compared to other cities?

Compared to the European benchmark, Oak Lawn is 63% more expensive overall.

How does Oak Lawn compare to your city?

Oak Lawn is 42% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Oak Lawn is, on average, 43% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Oak Lawn?

Who is Oak Lawn a good fit for?

Oak Lawn tends to fit higher-income residents who can comfortably absorb housing costs. It can be challenging on a moderate budget, mainly due to rent and utilities.

FAQ

Why is Oak Lawn so expensive?

The primary driver of high costs in Oak Lawn is rent and utilities, which significantly impact overall expenses.

Is food expensive in Oak Lawn?

Yes, food costs are 27% higher than the European benchmark.

Is public transport affordable in Oak Lawn?

Public transport is 15% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2326 $
Without Rent
836 $
Rent & Utilities
1489 $
Food
604 $
Transport
64 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
4642 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
58.4K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 17.4 $
Dinner 69.1 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 9.95 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.24 $
Capuccino 4.85 $
Coke, 330ml 2.46 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.93 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.55 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.73 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.22 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 12.7 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.8 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 14.7 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.17 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.62 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.24 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.78 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.41 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.62 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.31 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.76 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 12.7 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.01 $
Cigarette pack 11 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.78 $
Monthly Pass 78.4 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.95 $
Taxi, 8 km 17.2 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 124 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 11 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.89 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.67 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.86 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 110 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 169 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 67.1 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,263 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 2,388 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,509 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,917 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 3,058 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 2,619 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 4,642 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.47%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 53.5 $
Cinema, 1 seat 12.9 $
Haircut 27 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 88.4 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 53 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,478 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 19,363 $

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Oak Lawn vs George Town (George Town is 57% more expensive)
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Oak Lawn vs Nassau (Nassau is 18% more expensive) Oak Lawn vs Freeport (Freeport is 6% less expensive)
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Oak Lawn vs Port Vila (Port Vila is 1% more expensive) Oak Lawn vs Luganville (Luganville is 31% more expensive)
United States
Oak Lawn vs New York City (New York City is 74% more expensive) Oak Lawn vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 37% more expensive) Oak Lawn vs Chicago (Chicago is 15% more expensive) Oak Lawn vs Houston (Houston is 3% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 2% more expensive) Oak Lawn vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 9% more expensive) Oak Lawn vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 6% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs San Diego (San Diego is 44% more expensive) Oak Lawn vs Dallas (Dallas is 10% more expensive) Oak Lawn vs San Jose (San Jose is 58% more expensive)
Canada
Oak Lawn vs Toronto (Toronto is 11% more expensive) Oak Lawn vs Montreal (Montreal is 16% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Calgary (Calgary is 8% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 4% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 23% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 25% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 6% more expensive) Oak Lawn vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 14% more expensive) Oak Lawn vs Brampton (Brampton is 9% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 7% less expensive)
Barbados
Oak Lawn vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 42% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Holetown (Holetown is 40% less expensive)
Panama
Oak Lawn vs Panama City (Panama City is 40% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Colon (Colon is 49% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 47% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 55% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs David (David is 64% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 59% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Balboa (Balboa is 46% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Pacora (Pacora is 46% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Chitre (Chitre is 53% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Penonome (Penonome is 53% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Oak Lawn vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 47% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Cayon (Cayon is 47% less expensive)
Cuba
Oak Lawn vs Havana (Havana is 56% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 39% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Holguin (Holguin is 45% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 34% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 55% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 50% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 33% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 33% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 53% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 62% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Oak Lawn vs San Jose (San Jose is 47% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Limon (Limon is 48% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Liberia (Liberia is 61% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 47% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 45% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Cartago (Cartago is 59% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Heredia (Heredia is 46% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 27% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 44% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Oak Lawn vs Castries (Castries is 50% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 49% less expensive)
Jamaica
Oak Lawn vs Kingston (Kingston is 43% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 66% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 56% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 50% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs May Pen (May Pen is 65% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 58% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 63% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Linstead (Linstead is 55% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 52% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 51% less expensive)
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Oak Lawn vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 49% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 70% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 50% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 54% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 50% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Apopa (Apopa is 51% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 48% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 37% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 53% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 62% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Oak Lawn vs St. John's (St. John's is 53% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs All Saints (All Saints is 54% less expensive)
Grenada
Oak Lawn vs St. George's (St. George's is 54% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Grenville (Grenville is 54% less expensive)
Dominica
Oak Lawn vs Roseau (Roseau is 57% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 51% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Oak Lawn vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 58% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 57% less expensive)
Belize
Oak Lawn vs Belize City (Belize City is 62% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 53% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 69% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 43% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 32% less expensive)
Guatemala
Oak Lawn vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 57% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Mixco (Mixco is 73% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Coban (Coban is 61% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 67% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 61% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 61% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 63% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 63% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Flores (Flores is 63% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 66% less expensive)
Honduras
Oak Lawn vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 64% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 55% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Choloma (Choloma is 74% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 72% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 62% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 63% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 69% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 69% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Yoro (Yoro is 68% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs La Lima (La Lima is 63% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Oak Lawn vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 66% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 55% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 67% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Higuey (Higuey is 67% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs La Vega (La Vega is 75% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 64% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 69% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 77% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 73% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Bonao (Bonao is 77% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Oak Lawn vs Managua (Managua is 67% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Leon (Leon is 73% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Masaya (Masaya is 69% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 76% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 73% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Esteli (Esteli is 75% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Granada (Granada is 70% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 80% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 71% less expensive) Oak Lawn vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 62% less expensive)