Johnston, Iowa vs. Roswell, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Roswell, New Mexico is 25.4% cheaper than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $37,279 in Roswell, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Roswell, New Mexico is cheaper than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Roswell
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs. Roswell, NM
Compared to Johnston, Roswell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.4% 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
  9.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  7.0% lower
  Health
  15.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% higher