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DECORAH vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Decorah, Iowa vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
26.8%
more expensive
than Decorah, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$63,400
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Decorah, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Decorah, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% more expensive in Chicago
than in Decorah, Iowa
Decorah, IA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Decorah, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
26.8% higher
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Food
0.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
33.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
8.5% lower
Commute
132.0% higher
Health
31.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
8.8% higher
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