Cost of Living Calculator - Peru, Illinois vs Osage, Iowa


The cost of living in Osage, Iowa is 3.8% cheaper than Peru, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $52,912 in Osage, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Peru, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Osage, Iowa is cheaper than Peru, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Osage
than in Peru, Illinois
Peru, IL vs Osage, IA
Compared to Peru, Osage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% lower
      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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  7.1% higher
  Health
  14.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% higher

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