Jerome, Idaho vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 2.8% cheaper than Jerome, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $68,049 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Jerome, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Jerome, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Jerome, Idaho
Jerome, ID vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Jerome, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% 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
  9.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  3.1% lower
  Health
  4.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.0% higher