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IOWA CITY vs. CHAMPAIGN
Cost of Living Comparison
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Iowa City, Iowa vs. Champaign, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Champaign, Illinois is
9.2%
cheaper
than Iowa City, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$49,954
in Champaign, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Champaign, Illinois is
cheaper
than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in Champaign
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Champaign, IL
Compared to Iowa City, Champaign is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
9.2% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
37.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.3% higher
Commute
1.3% higher
Health
7.1% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.4% lower
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