Iowa City, Iowa vs. Eugene, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Eugene, Oregon is 23.1% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $55,373 in Eugene, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Eugene, Oregon is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% more expensive in Eugene
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Eugene, OR
Compared to Iowa City, Eugene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.1% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% lower
  Commute
  29.2% higher
  Health
  7.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% lower