Irvine, California vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 51.8% cheaper than Irvine, California.

You would need a salary of $91,898 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Irvine, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Irvine, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Irvine, California
Irvine, CA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Irvine, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.8% 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
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  38.3% lower
  Health
  11.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower