Dubuque, Iowa vs. Peru, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Peru, Illinois is 10.1% cheaper than Dubuque, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $44,939 in Peru, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Dubuque, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Peru, Illinois is cheaper than Dubuque, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Peru
than in Dubuque, Iowa
Dubuque, IA vs. Peru, IL
Compared to Dubuque, Peru is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.1% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  16.2% lower
  Health
  10.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower