Austin, Minnesota vs. Northwood, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Northwood, Iowa is 1.4% more expensive than Austin, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $101,372 in Northwood, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Northwood, Iowa is more expensive than Austin, Minnesota
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
12% more expensive in Northwood
than in Austin, Minnesota
Austin, MN vs. Northwood, IA
Compared to Austin, Northwood is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% higher
      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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  10.9% higher
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% lower