Iowa City, Iowa vs. Blythe, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Blythe, California is 7.3% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $80,505 in Blythe, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Blythe, California is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
79% more expensive in Blythe
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Blythe, CA
Compared to Iowa City, Blythe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% 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
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.7% higher
  Commute
  79.6% higher
  Health
  15.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher