Ottumwa, Iowa vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 14.4% more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $57,215 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% more expensive in Abilene
than in Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa, IA vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Ottumwa, Abilene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% 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
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  9.1% higher
  Health
  2.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower

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