Iowa City, Iowa vs. Downers Grove, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Downers Grove, Illinois is 31.9% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $145,069 in Downers Grove, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Downers Grove, Illinois is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% more expensive in Downers Grove
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Downers Grove, IL
Compared to Iowa City, Downers Grove is:
  Homeowner
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  31.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  75.9% higher
  Health
  9.2% lower
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  Personal
  6.4% higher
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