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CEDAR RAPIDS vs. CHICAGO
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Cedar Rapids, Iowa vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
35.6%
more expensive
than Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$56,955
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Cedar Rapids, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% more expensive in Chicago
than in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Cedar Rapids, IA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Cedar Rapids, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
35.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
2.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
73.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.5% lower
Commute
101.3% higher
Health
14.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
9.9% higher
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