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 $98,532 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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  Renter
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  Food
  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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  Childcare
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  Personal
  3.6% higher
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