Schaumburg, Illinois vs. Pella, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pella, Iowa is 22.2% cheaper than Schaumburg, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $58,380 in Pella, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Schaumburg, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pella, Iowa is cheaper than Schaumburg, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
56% cheaper in Pella
than in Schaumburg, Illinois
Schaumburg, IL vs. Pella, IA
Compared to Schaumburg, Pella is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.2% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% lower
  Commute
  56.1% lower
  Health
  23.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% lower