Northwood, Iowa vs. West Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Chicago, Illinois is 37.3% more expensive than Northwood, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $13,735 in West Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Northwood, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Northwood, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
106% more expensive in West Chicago
than in Northwood, Iowa
Northwood, IA vs. West Chicago, IL
Compared to Northwood, West Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.3% 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
  4.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  150.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  63.6% higher
  Health
  5.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.0% higher