New Hampton, Iowa vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 43.8% more expensive than New Hampton, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $71,888 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in New Hampton, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than New Hampton, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
96% more expensive in Chicago
than in New Hampton, Iowa
New Hampton, IA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to New Hampton, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.8% higher
      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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  118.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% lower
  Commute
  103.1% higher
  Health
  11.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher

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