Ottumwa, Iowa vs. Abbott, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abbott, Texas is 15.0% more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $57,504 in Abbott, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abbott, Texas is more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
131% more expensive in Abbott
than in Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa, IA vs. Abbott, TX
Compared to Ottumwa, Abbott is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.0% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.3% lower
  Commute
  30.3% higher
  Health
  14.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower