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LE MARS vs. CHICAGO
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Le Mars, Iowa vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
38.6%
more expensive
than Le Mars, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$101,164
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Le Mars, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Le Mars, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% more expensive in Chicago
than in Le Mars, Iowa
Le Mars, IA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Le Mars, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
48.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.3% higher
Commute
127.8% higher
Health
10.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.7% higher
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