Cost of Living Calculator - Altoona, Iowa vs Galena, Missouri


The cost of living in Galena, Missouri is 16.2% cheaper than Altoona, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $41,918 in Galena, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Altoona, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galena, Missouri is cheaper than Altoona, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Galena
than in Altoona, Iowa
Altoona, IA vs Galena, MO
Compared to Altoona, Galena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.2% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% higher
  Commute
  6.1% higher
  Health
  1.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% higher

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