Ankeny, Iowa vs. Gurnee, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gurnee, Illinois is 5.6% more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $52,820 in Gurnee, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ankeny, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gurnee, Illinois is more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
27% more expensive in Gurnee
than in Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, IA vs. Gurnee, IL
Compared to Ankeny, Gurnee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.6% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% lower
  Commute
  15.3% higher
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.9% higher