Cost of Living Calculator - Auburn, Washington vs Mediapolis, Iowa


The cost of living in Mediapolis, Iowa is 42.5% cheaper than Auburn, Washington.

You would need a salary of $43,156 in Mediapolis, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Auburn, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mediapolis, Iowa is cheaper than Auburn, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Mediapolis
than in Auburn, Washington
Auburn, WA vs Mediapolis, IA
Compared to Auburn, Mediapolis is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.5% 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
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.7% higher
  Commute
  55.0% lower
  Health
  31.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.2% lower

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