Glen Ellyn, Illinois vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 26.4% cheaper than Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $110,473 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Glen Ellyn, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Glen Ellyn, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Glen Ellyn, Illinois
Glen Ellyn, IL vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Glen Ellyn, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.4% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  44.2% lower
  Health
  10.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower