Albert City, Iowa vs. Red Oak, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Red Oak, Iowa is 1.2% more expensive than Albert City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $42,500 in Red Oak, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Albert City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Red Oak, Iowa is more expensive than Albert City, Iowa
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
14% more expensive in Red Oak
than in Albert City, Iowa
Albert City, IA vs. Red Oak, IA
Compared to Albert City, Red Oak is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% 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
  0.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  4.5% higher
  Health
  5.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher