Decorah, Iowa vs. Aurora, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aurora, Illinois is 5.2% more expensive than Decorah, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $52,597 in Aurora, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Decorah, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aurora, Illinois is more expensive than Decorah, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% more expensive in Aurora
than in Decorah, Iowa
Decorah, IA vs. Aurora, IL
Compared to Decorah, Aurora is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  51.4% higher
  Health
  27.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher