Madison, Wisconsin vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 14.0% cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $68,797 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Madison, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, WI vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Madison, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
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  14.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.7% lower
  Commute
  20.2% lower
  Health
  11.9% higher
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  Personal
  1.0% lower
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