Cost of Living Calculator - Waukee, Iowa vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 12.1% more expensive than Waukee, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $56,054 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukee, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Waukee, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
79% more expensive in Chicago
than in Waukee, Iowa
Waukee, IA vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Waukee, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% higher
  Commute
  79.6% higher
  Health
  15.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% lower

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