Oskaloosa, Iowa vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 44.0% more expensive than Oskaloosa, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $71,984 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Oskaloosa, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Oskaloosa, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
100% more expensive in Chicago
than in Oskaloosa, Iowa
Oskaloosa, IA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Oskaloosa, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  107.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.3% lower
  Commute
  118.5% higher
  Health
  23.7% lower
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  Personal
  10.4% higher
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