Iowa City, Iowa vs. Williamsburg, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Williamsburg, Virginia is 15.0% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $74,765 in Williamsburg, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Williamsburg, Virginia is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Williamsburg
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Williamsburg, VA
Compared to Iowa City, Williamsburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.0% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  2.0% higher
  Health
  1.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower