Denison, Iowa vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 19.9% more expensive than Denison, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $59,972 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Denison, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is more expensive than Denison, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% more expensive in Iowa City
than in Denison, Iowa
Denison, IA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Denison, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.9% 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
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  115.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% higher
  Commute
  14.5% higher
  Health
  12.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher