Spencer, Iowa vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 40.6% more expensive than Spencer, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $70,288 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Spencer, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Spencer, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% more expensive in Chicago
than in Spencer, Iowa
Spencer, IA vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Spencer, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
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  40.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.8% lower
  Commute
  122.0% higher
  Health
  23.7% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  7.9% higher
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