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CHICAGO vs. CEDAR RAPIDS
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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
$36,872
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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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
42.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.3% higher
Commute
50.3% lower
Health
16.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
9.0% lower
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