Austin, Texas vs. Iowa Falls, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa Falls, Iowa is 43.4% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $28,323 in Iowa Falls, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa Falls, Iowa is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Iowa Falls
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Iowa Falls, IA
Compared to Austin, Iowa Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.4% 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)
  75.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  40.5% lower
  Health
  20.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower