Newton, Iowa vs. Rapids City, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rapids City, Illinois is 9.3% more expensive than Newton, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $21,855 in Rapids City, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rapids City, Illinois is more expensive than Newton, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Rapids City
than in Newton, Iowa
Newton, IA vs. Rapids City, IL
Compared to Newton, Rapids City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.3% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% lower
  Commute
  17.9% higher
  Health
  9.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% higher