Wheeling, Illinois vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 12.1% cheaper than Wheeling, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $43,952 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Wheeling, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Wheeling, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
43% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Wheeling, Illinois
Wheeling, IL vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Wheeling, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  43.4% lower
  Health
  18.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% lower