Rhodes, Iowa vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 30.2% more expensive than Rhodes, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $65,091 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Rhodes, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Rhodes, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% more expensive in Chicago
than in Rhodes, Iowa
Rhodes, IA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Rhodes, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.2% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  185.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.0% lower
  Commute
  54.6% higher
  Health
  19.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% higher