Le Claire, Iowa vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 14.7% more expensive than Le Claire, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $65,404 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Le Claire, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Le Claire, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
70% more expensive in Chicago
than in Le Claire, Iowa
Le Claire, IA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Le Claire, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.7% higher
      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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  70.4% higher
  Health
  14.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.4% higher