Tracy, California vs. Johnston, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Johnston, Iowa is 34.9% cheaper than Tracy, California.

You would need a salary of $42,323 in Johnston, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Tracy, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Johnston, Iowa is cheaper than Tracy, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Johnston
than in Tracy, California
Tracy, CA vs. Johnston, IA
Compared to Tracy, Johnston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.9% 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
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.7% lower
  Commute
  39.9% lower
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% lower