Iowa City, Iowa vs. Macon, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Macon, Georgia is 12.2% cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $61,491 in Macon, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Macon, Georgia is cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Macon
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Macon, GA
Compared to Iowa City, Macon is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.2% lower
      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
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% higher
  Commute
  23.4% higher
  Health
  0.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.6% lower