Salina, Oklahoma vs. Altoona, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Iowa is 18.8% more expensive than Salina, Oklahoma.

You would need a salary of $59,404 in Altoona, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Salina, Oklahoma.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Iowa is more expensive than Salina, Oklahoma
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% more expensive in Altoona
than in Salina, Oklahoma
Salina, OK vs. Altoona, IA
Compared to Salina, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.8% 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
  6.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  104.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  4.0% higher
  Health
  19.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% lower