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IOWA CITY vs. NEW ORLEANS
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Iowa City, Iowa vs. New Orleans, Louisiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in New Orleans, Louisiana is
16.5%
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$116,514
in New Orleans, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Orleans, Louisiana is
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
93% more expensive in New Orleans
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. New Orleans, LA
Compared to Iowa City, New Orleans is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.5% higher
Child Care
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Food
0.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
20.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.0% lower
Commute
93.4% higher
Health
2.0% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.6% lower
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