Ames, Iowa vs. Bridgeview, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bridgeview, Illinois is 11.2% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $55,592 in Bridgeview, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bridgeview, Illinois is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Bridgeview
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Bridgeview, IL
Compared to Ames, Bridgeview is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% lower
  Commute
  91.5% higher
  Health
  27.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.4% higher