Decorah, Iowa vs. Elizabeth, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elizabeth, Illinois is 9.0% cheaper than Decorah, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $45,514 in Elizabeth, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Decorah, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elizabeth, Illinois is cheaper than Decorah, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Elizabeth
than in Decorah, Iowa
Decorah, IA vs. Elizabeth, IL
Compared to Decorah, Elizabeth is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.0% lower
      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
  5.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% higher
  Commute
  20.8% higher
  Health
  11.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% higher