Iowa City, Iowa vs. Pella, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pella, Iowa is 4.1% cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $71,904 in Pella, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pella, Iowa is cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
19% cheaper in Pella
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Pella, IA
Compared to Iowa City, Pella is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.5% lower
  Commute
  19.7% lower
  Health
  4.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% lower