Berkeley, California vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 63.4% cheaper than Berkeley, California.

You would need a salary of $71,801 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Berkeley, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Berkeley, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Berkeley, California
Berkeley, CA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Berkeley, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  63.4% 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
  12.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% higher
  Commute
  42.3% lower
  Health
  11.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% lower