Waltham, Massachusetts vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 41.6% cheaper than Waltham, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $23,378 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Waltham, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Waltham, Massachusetts
Waltham, MA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Waltham, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  21.5% lower
  Commute
  27.4% lower
  Health
  16.6% higher
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  Personal
  17.5% lower
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