Burlington, Iowa vs. Springfield, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Springfield, Illinois is 9.8% more expensive than Burlington, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $54,876 in Springfield, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Burlington, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Illinois is more expensive than Burlington, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Springfield
than in Burlington, Iowa
Burlington, IA vs. Springfield, IL
Compared to Burlington, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.8% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  15.7% higher
  Health
  3.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher