Arlington, Texas vs. Dubuque, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dubuque, Iowa is 18.7% cheaper than Arlington, Texas.

You would need a salary of $40,675 in Dubuque, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dubuque, Iowa is cheaper than Arlington, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Dubuque
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs. Dubuque, IA
Compared to Arlington, Dubuque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  38.2% lower
  Health
  5.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% lower