Arlington, Virginia vs. Ottosen, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ottosen, Iowa is 51.8% cheaper than Arlington, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $41,939 in Ottosen, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ottosen, Iowa is cheaper than Arlington, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Ottosen
than in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, VA vs. Ottosen, IA
Compared to Arlington, Ottosen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.8% 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
  19.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  45.6% lower
  Health
  23.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.1% lower