Iowa City, Iowa vs. East Lansing, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in East Lansing, Michigan is 3.4% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $44,479 in East Lansing, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, East Lansing, Michigan is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
27% more expensive in East Lansing
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. East Lansing, MI
Compared to Iowa City, East Lansing is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% 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
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% higher
  Commute
  27.6% higher
  Health
  15.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower