Springfield, Illinois vs. Dubuque, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dubuque, Iowa is 8.8% more expensive than Springfield, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $59,814 in Dubuque, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dubuque, Iowa is more expensive than Springfield, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% more expensive in Dubuque
than in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, IL vs. Dubuque, IA
Compared to Springfield, Dubuque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.8% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  1.1% higher
  Health
  6.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% higher