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BAKERSFIELD vs. IOWA CITY
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Bakersfield, California vs. Iowa City, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is
15.7%
cheaper
than Bakersfield, California.
You would need a salary of
$63,250
in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is
cheaper
than Bakersfield, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Bakersfield, Iowa City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
15.7% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
0.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
7.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
15.9% lower
Commute
33.9% lower
Health
13.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.7% higher
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