Iowa City, Iowa vs. Richmond, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Indiana is 24.0% cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $38,016 in Richmond, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Indiana is cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Richmond
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Richmond, IN
Compared to Iowa City, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.0% 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
  8.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  11.2% lower
  Health
  7.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.8% lower