Bellevue, Washington vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 56.3% cheaper than Bellevue, Washington.

You would need a salary of $21,833 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Bellevue, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Bellevue, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Bellevue, Washington
Bellevue, WA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Bellevue, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.3% 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
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.3% higher
  Commute
  46.9% lower
  Health
  17.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.1% lower