Davis, California vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 43.4% cheaper than Davis, California.

You would need a salary of $113,247 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Davis, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Davis, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Davis, California
Davis, CA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Davis, Iowa City 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
  10.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  66.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.5% lower
  Commute
  29.7% lower
  Health
  3.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower