Sumter, South Carolina vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 10.7% more expensive than Sumter, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $99,594 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Sumter, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is more expensive than Sumter, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in Iowa City
than in Sumter, South Carolina
Sumter, SC vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Sumter, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.7% 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
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  179.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% lower
  Commute
  14.6% lower
  Health
  1.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% higher