Franklin, Tennessee vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 37.0% cheaper than Franklin, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $39,665 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Franklin, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Franklin, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Franklin, Tennessee
Franklin, TN vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Franklin, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.0% 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
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% lower
  Commute
  32.1% lower
  Health
  5.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.7% lower