Bangor, Maine vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 3.8% more expensive than Bangor, Maine.

You would need a salary of $41,524 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Bangor, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is more expensive than Bangor, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% more expensive in Iowa City
than in Bangor, Maine
Bangor, ME vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Bangor, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% higher
      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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.1% lower
  Commute
  0.6% lower
  Health
  3.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher