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IOWA CITY vs. CHICAGO
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Iowa City, Iowa vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
23.2%
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$486,415
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in Chicago
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Iowa City, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
23.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
2.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.2% lower
Commute
102.2% higher
Health
15.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.6% higher
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