Benbrook, Texas vs. Altoona, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Iowa is 10.6% cheaper than Benbrook, Texas.

You would need a salary of $71,545 in Altoona, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Benbrook, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Iowa is cheaper than Benbrook, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% cheaper in Altoona
than in Benbrook, Texas
Benbrook, TX vs. Altoona, IA
Compared to Benbrook, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.6% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  28.9% lower
  Health
  3.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.2% lower