In Waukegan, United States, a family of four typically needs around $5554 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $2295 monthly.
Overall living costs in Waukegan are 61% more expensive than the European benchmark.
Waukegan is 42% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Waukegan is, on average, 44% lower than in New York City.
Waukegan is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and food. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
The high cost of living in Waukegan is primarily driven by elevated rent and utility expenses. This significantly impacts overall affordability for residents.
Yes, food costs in Waukegan are 25% higher compared to the European benchmark. This can add to the overall financial burden for families.
Public transport in Waukegan is 9% lower than the European benchmark. This may provide some relief for those relying on public transit.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 15 $ |
| Dinner | 59.8 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 9.96 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 5.45 $ |
| Capuccino | 4.03 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 2.16 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.9 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 4.39 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 5.71 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 3.58 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 13.4 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 13.5 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 16.9 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.79 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.31 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.76 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.59 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.47 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.73 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.12 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 2.79 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 12 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.13 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 9.41 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 2.5 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 72.2 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.93 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 22.1 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 123 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 11.2 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 5.85 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 3.72 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.86 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 104 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 161 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 68.4 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 1,250 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 2,251 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 1,443 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 2,734 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 2,613 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 2,179 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 4,457 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.49% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 42.2 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 14.4 $ |
| Haircut | 26.7 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 97.9 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 59.5 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 1,729 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 24,460 $ |