Iowa City, Iowa vs. Aspen, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aspen, Colorado is 250.8% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $350,803 in Aspen, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aspen, Colorado is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1026% more expensive in Aspen
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Aspen, CO
Compared to Iowa City, Aspen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  250.8% 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
  19.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  630.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  13.6% higher
  Health
  22.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.4% higher