Iowa City, Iowa vs. Federal Way, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Federal Way, Washington is 53.8% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $115,338 in Federal Way, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Federal Way, Washington is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
104% more expensive in Federal Way
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Federal Way, WA
Compared to Iowa City, Federal Way is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.8% 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
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.9% lower
  Commute
  117.1% higher
  Health
  15.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.6% higher