Marion, Iowa vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 27.0% more expensive than Marion, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $76,170 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Marion, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Chicago
than in Marion, Iowa
Marion, IA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Marion, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.1% lower
  Commute
  93.4% higher
  Health
  14.0% lower
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  Personal
  9.6% higher
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