Johnston, Iowa vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 9.4% cheaper than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $45,275 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Johnston, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.4% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% higher
  Commute
  9.5% lower
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.7% higher