Alexandria, Virginia vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 37.8% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $114,982 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Alexandria, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.8% 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
  11.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% lower
  Commute
  46.8% lower
  Health
  2.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower