Cost of Living Calculator - Iowa City, Iowa vs Aurora, Illinois


The cost of living in Aurora, Illinois is 2.2% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $76,638 in Aurora, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aurora, Illinois is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
27% more expensive in Aurora
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs Aurora, IL
Compared to Iowa City, Aurora is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.2% 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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% higher
  Commute
  32.0% higher
  Health
  10.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.6% lower

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