Plano, Texas vs. Johnston, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Johnston, Iowa is 11.7% cheaper than Plano, Texas.

You would need a salary of $44,134 in Johnston, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Plano, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Johnston, Iowa is cheaper than Plano, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Johnston
than in Plano, Texas
Plano, TX vs. Johnston, IA
Compared to Plano, Johnston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.2% lower
  Commute
  14.0% lower
  Health
  1.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% higher