Cost of Living Calculator - Johnston, Iowa vs Springfield, Illinois


The cost of living in Springfield, Illinois is 21.7% cheaper than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $117,445 in Springfield, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Illinois is cheaper than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Springfield
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs Springfield, IL
Compared to Johnston, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.7% lower
      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
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.5% higher
  Commute
  7.5% lower
  Health
  9.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% higher

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