Cost of Living Calculator - Fairview, Illinois vs Montrose, Iowa


The cost of living in Montrose, Iowa is 6.0% more expensive than Fairview, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $79,501 in Montrose, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairview, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montrose, Iowa is more expensive than Fairview, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Montrose
than in Fairview, Illinois
Fairview, IL vs Montrose, IA
Compared to Fairview, Montrose is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.0% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% higher
  Commute
  13.0% lower
  Health
  3.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher

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