Aurora, Illinois vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 2.1% cheaper than Aurora, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $78,196 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Aurora, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Aurora, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
21% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Aurora, Illinois
Aurora, IL vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Aurora, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% lower
      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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  24.2% lower
  Health
  12.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.6% higher