Marion, Iowa vs. Atlanta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Atlanta, Georgia is 29.3% more expensive than Marion, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $168,109 in Atlanta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Atlanta, Georgia is more expensive than Marion, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% more expensive in Atlanta
than in Marion, Iowa
Marion, IA vs. Atlanta, GA
Compared to Marion, Atlanta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.3% higher
      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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% higher
  Commute
  71.4% higher
  Health
  3.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher