Fredonia, Alabama vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 13.1% more expensive than Fredonia, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $84,825 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Fredonia, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is more expensive than Fredonia, Alabama
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
173% more expensive in Iowa City
than in Fredonia, Alabama
Fredonia, AL vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Fredonia, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% 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
  7.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  100.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% lower
  Commute
  8.9% lower
  Health
  11.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.7% higher