Clive, Iowa vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 12.0% more expensive than Clive, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $42,557 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Clive, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Clive, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
92% more expensive in Chicago
than in Clive, Iowa
Clive, IA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Clive, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  92.1% higher
  Health
  14.1% lower
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  Personal
  16.9% higher
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