Chicago, Illinois vs. Ventura, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ventura, Iowa is 27.6% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $159,367 in Ventura, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ventura, Iowa is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
55% cheaper in Ventura
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Ventura, IA
Compared to Chicago, Ventura is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.6% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% higher
  Commute
  55.5% lower
  Health
  14.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% lower