Beacon, Iowa vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 24.7% more expensive than Beacon, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $62,375 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Beacon, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is more expensive than Beacon, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
226% more expensive in Iowa City
than in Beacon, Iowa
Beacon, IA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Beacon, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.7% 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
  6.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  167.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  4.6% higher
  Health
  9.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% higher