Anaheim, California vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 43.3% cheaper than Anaheim, California.

You would need a salary of $22,679 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Anaheim, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Anaheim, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Anaheim, California
Anaheim, CA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Anaheim, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.3% 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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  41.9% lower
  Health
  11.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% lower