Sterling, Illinois vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 21.8% more expensive than Sterling, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $60,894 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Sterling, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is more expensive than Sterling, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in Iowa City
than in Sterling, Illinois
Sterling, IL vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Sterling, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.8% 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
  8.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  165.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.3% lower
  Commute
  9.1% higher
  Health
  12.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% higher