Clinton, Iowa vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 52.6% more expensive than Clinton, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $76,278 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Clinton, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Clinton, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
154% more expensive in Chicago
than in Clinton, Iowa
Clinton, IA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Clinton, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.6% 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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  151.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% lower
  Commute
  124.5% higher
  Health
  24.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% higher