Cost of Living Calculator - Altoona, Iowa vs Provo, Utah


The cost of living in Provo, Utah is 21.2% more expensive than Altoona, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $66,651 in Provo, Utah to maintain the standard of living you have in Altoona, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Provo, Utah is more expensive than Altoona, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% more expensive in Provo
than in Altoona, Iowa
Altoona, IA vs Provo, UT
Compared to Altoona, Provo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.2% 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
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% higher
  Commute
  10.1% higher
  Health
  0.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% higher

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