Nevada, Iowa vs. Altoona, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Iowa is 7.8% more expensive than Nevada, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $53,906 in Altoona, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Nevada, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Iowa is more expensive than Nevada, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Altoona
than in Nevada, Iowa
Nevada, IA vs. Altoona, IA
Compared to Nevada, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.8% 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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.2% lower
  Commute
  11.8% higher
  Health
  15.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower

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