Chicago, Illinois vs. Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Cedar Rapids, Iowa is 26.3% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $110,615 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cedar Rapids, Iowa is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% cheaper in Cedar Rapids
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Cedar Rapids, IA
Compared to Chicago, Cedar Rapids is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.3% higher
  Commute
  50.3% lower
  Health
  16.3% higher
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  Personal
  9.0% lower
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