Cost of Living Calculator - Woodstock, Illinois vs Altoona, Iowa


The cost of living in Altoona, Iowa is 9.2% cheaper than Woodstock, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $45,395 in Altoona, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Woodstock, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Iowa is cheaper than Woodstock, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
36% cheaper in Altoona
than in Woodstock, Illinois
Woodstock, IL vs Altoona, IA
Compared to Woodstock, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.2% 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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.7% lower
  Commute
  36.2% lower
  Health
  5.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.9% lower

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