Wapello, Iowa vs. Marshalltown, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marshalltown, Iowa is 4.5% cheaper than Wapello, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $47,772 in Marshalltown, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Wapello, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marshalltown, Iowa is cheaper than Wapello, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
18% cheaper in Marshalltown
than in Wapello, Iowa
Wapello, IA vs. Marshalltown, IA
Compared to Wapello, Marshalltown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% higher
  Commute
  18.9% lower
  Health
  7.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower