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WATERLOO vs. CHICAGO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Waterloo, Iowa vs Chicago, Illinois
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
49.2%
more expensive
than Waterloo, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$140,217
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Waterloo, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Waterloo, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
134% more expensive in Chicago
than in Waterloo, Iowa
Waterloo, IA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Waterloo, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.2% higher
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4.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
143.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.4% higher
Commute
115.4% higher
Health
16.0% lower
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Personal
12.0% higher
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