Anoka, Minnesota vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 12.5% cheaper than Anoka, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $143,438 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Anoka, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Anoka, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Anoka, Minnesota
Anoka, MN vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Anoka, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.5% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.7% lower
  Commute
  35.3% lower
  Health
  39.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower