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COUNCIL BLUFFS vs. CHICAGO
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Council Bluffs, Iowa vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
31.3%
more expensive
than Council Bluffs, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$79,040
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Council Bluffs, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Chicago
than in Council Bluffs, Iowa
Council Bluffs, IA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Council Bluffs, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
31.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
1.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
78.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.1% higher
Commute
68.1% higher
Health
17.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.2% higher
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