East Grand Rapids, Michigan vs. Johnston, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Johnston, Iowa is 19.8% cheaper than East Grand Rapids, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $96,220 in Johnston, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in East Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Johnston, Iowa is cheaper than East Grand Rapids, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Johnston
than in East Grand Rapids, Michigan
East Grand Rapids, MI vs. Johnston, IA
Compared to East Grand Rapids, Johnston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.8% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.8% lower
  Commute
  22.6% lower
  Health
  26.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% lower