Charles City, Iowa vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 52.1% more expensive than Charles City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $76,062 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Charles City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Charles City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
131% more expensive in Chicago
than in Charles City, Iowa
Charles City, IA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Charles City, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.1% 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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  158.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% lower
  Commute
  121.2% higher
  Health
  12.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher