Council Bluffs, Iowa vs. Arlington Heights, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arlington Heights, Illinois is 41.3% more expensive than Council Bluffs, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $91,858 in Arlington Heights, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arlington Heights, Illinois is more expensive than Council Bluffs, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Arlington Heights
than in Council Bluffs, Iowa
Council Bluffs, IA vs. Arlington Heights, IL
Compared to Council Bluffs, Arlington Heights is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.3% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  152.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% higher
  Commute
  52.8% higher
  Health
  17.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher