Newport News, Virginia vs. Tama, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tama, Iowa is 21.5% cheaper than Newport News, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $84,030 in Tama, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Newport News, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tama, Iowa is cheaper than Newport News, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Tama
than in Newport News, Virginia
Newport News, VA vs. Tama, IA
Compared to Newport News, Tama is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.5% 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
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% higher
  Commute
  29.6% lower
  Health
  8.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% lower