Altoona, Iowa vs. Holland, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Holland, Michigan is 1.6% more expensive than Altoona, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $50,780 in Holland, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Altoona, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Holland, Michigan is more expensive than Altoona, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% more expensive in Holland
than in Altoona, Iowa
Altoona, IA vs. Holland, MI
Compared to Altoona, Holland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.6% 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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.1% higher
  Commute
  13.1% higher
  Health
  20.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% higher