Decorah, Iowa vs. Plano, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Plano, Texas is 28.8% more expensive than Decorah, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $92,741 in Plano, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Decorah, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Plano, Texas is more expensive than Decorah, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
101% more expensive in Plano
than in Decorah, Iowa
Decorah, IA vs. Plano, TX
Compared to Decorah, Plano is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.8% 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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  93.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  47.4% higher
  Health
  21.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% lower