Fort Madison, Iowa vs. Vernon, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Vernon, Texas is 5.8% cheaper than Fort Madison, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $39,571 in Vernon, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Madison, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Vernon, Texas is cheaper than Fort Madison, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% cheaper in Vernon
than in Fort Madison, Iowa
Fort Madison, IA vs. Vernon, TX
Compared to Fort Madison, Vernon is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.8% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.2% higher
  Commute
  16.4% lower
  Health
  0.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower