Chicago, Illinois vs. Lake City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake City, Iowa is 32.3% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $33,845 in Lake City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake City, Iowa is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Lake City
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Lake City, IA
Compared to Chicago, Lake City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.5% higher
  Commute
  50.5% lower
  Health
  42.7% higher
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  Personal
  7.3% lower
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