Iowa City, Iowa vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 21.0% cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $39,507 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Akron
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Iowa City, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.0% 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
  6.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  17.2% higher
  Health
  16.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.6% lower