Rochester, Minnesota vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 5.7% cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $47,135 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Rochester, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% 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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  7.8% lower
  Health
  17.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher