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CLEAR LAKE vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Clear Lake, Iowa vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
30.7%
more expensive
than Clear Lake, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$97,993
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Clear Lake, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Clear Lake, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in Chicago
than in Clear Lake, Iowa
Clear Lake, IA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Clear Lake, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
30.7% higher
Child Care
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Food
0.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
34.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.5% lower
Commute
120.2% higher
Health
12.4% lower
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Personal
14.0% higher
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