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IOWA CITY vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Iowa City, Iowa vs Chicago, Illinois

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 23.2% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $615,813 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:

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23.2% higher

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2.5% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

2.4% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

1.2% lower

Commute

102.2% higher

Health

15.4% lower

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Personal

3.6% higher

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