Cost of Living Calculator - Amherst, New York vs Iowa City, Iowa


The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 3.1% cheaper than Amherst, New York.

You would need a salary of $72,667 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Amherst, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Amherst, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Amherst, New York
Amherst, NY vs Iowa City, IA
Compared to Amherst, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  26.7% lower
  Health
  1.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.2% higher

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