Ankeny, Iowa vs. Geneva, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Geneva, Illinois is 17.2% more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $58,623 in Geneva, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ankeny, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Geneva, Illinois is more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% more expensive in Geneva
than in Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, IA vs. Geneva, IL
Compared to Ankeny, Geneva is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.2% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  21.3% higher
  Health
  9.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.3% higher