Cost of Living Calculator - George, Iowa vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 50.8% more expensive than George, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $113,149 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in George, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than George, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
130% more expensive in Chicago
than in George, Iowa
George, IA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to George, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  50.8% 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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  184.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% lower
  Commute
  117.4% higher
  Health
  26.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher

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