Highland, Illinois vs. Marion, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marion, Iowa is 2.5% cheaper than Highland, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $48,733 in Marion, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Highland, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marion, Iowa is cheaper than Highland, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
18% cheaper in Marion
than in Highland, Illinois
Highland, IL vs. Marion, IA
Compared to Highland, Marion is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  20.3% lower
  Health
  8.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower