Beckley, West Virginia vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 24.4% more expensive than Beckley, West Virginia.

You would need a salary of $93,295 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Beckley, West Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is more expensive than Beckley, West Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
149% more expensive in Iowa City
than in Beckley, West Virginia
Beckley, WV vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Beckley, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.4% 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
  7.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  218.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.9% higher
  Commute
  2.6% lower
  Health
  18.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% higher