Cost of Living Calculator - Decorah, Iowa vs Crete, Illinois


The cost of living in Crete, Illinois is 6.5% more expensive than Decorah, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $53,247 in Crete, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Decorah, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Crete, Illinois is more expensive than Decorah, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
47% more expensive in Crete
than in Decorah, Iowa
Decorah, IA vs Crete, IL
Compared to Decorah, Crete is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.5% higher
      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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  60.0% higher
  Health
  24.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% lower

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