Cost of Living Calculator - Newton, Iowa vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 44.4% more expensive than Newton, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $144,355 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Newton, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Newton, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% more expensive in Chicago
than in Newton, Iowa
Newton, IA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Newton, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.4% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  125.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.8% lower
  Commute
  103.7% higher
  Health
  15.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% higher

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