Peoria, Illinois vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 18.0% more expensive than Peoria, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $44,839 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Peoria, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is more expensive than Peoria, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
103% more expensive in Iowa City
than in Peoria, Illinois
Peoria, IL vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Peoria, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.0% 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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  156.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.9% higher
  Commute
  7.4% lower
  Health
  7.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher