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AMES vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Ames, Iowa vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 18.9% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $89,210 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Chicago
than in Ames, Iowa

Ames, IA vs Chicago, IL

Compared to Ames, Chicago is:

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18.9% higher

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0.1% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

25.0% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

5.9% lower

Commute

106.1% higher

Health

27.2% lower

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Personal

12.9% higher

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