Cost of Living Calculator - Normal, Illinois vs Iowa City, Iowa


The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 6.0% more expensive than Normal, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $53,017 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Normal, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is more expensive than Normal, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Iowa City
than in Normal, Illinois
Normal, IL vs Iowa City, IA
Compared to Normal, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.0% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% lower
  Commute
  1.9% lower
  Health
  4.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% higher

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