Johnston, Iowa vs. Liberty, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Liberty, Missouri is 2.4% cheaper than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $82,970 in Liberty, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Liberty, Missouri is cheaper than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% cheaper in Liberty
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs. Liberty, MO
Compared to Johnston, Liberty is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% higher
  Commute
  15.9% higher
  Health
  2.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% higher