Cost of Living Calculator - Arroyo Grande, California vs Johnston, Iowa


The cost of living in Johnston, Iowa is 37.1% cheaper than Arroyo Grande, California.

You would need a salary of $47,175 in Johnston, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Arroyo Grande, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Johnston, Iowa is cheaper than Arroyo Grande, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Johnston
than in Arroyo Grande, California
Arroyo Grande, CA vs Johnston, IA
Compared to Arroyo Grande, Johnston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.1% 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
  6.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% higher
  Commute
  20.1% lower
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.4% lower

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