Cost of Living Calculator - Ankeny, Iowa vs West Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in West Chicago, Illinois is 10.1% more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $55,043 in West Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ankeny, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
45% more expensive in West Chicago
than in Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, IA vs West Chicago, IL
Compared to Ankeny, West Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.1% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% higher
  Commute
  45.1% higher
  Health
  7.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.5% higher

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