Berthoud, Colorado vs. Altoona, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Iowa is 28.6% cheaper than Berthoud, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $71,360 in Altoona, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Berthoud, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Iowa is cheaper than Berthoud, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Altoona
than in Berthoud, Colorado
Berthoud, CO vs. Altoona, IA
Compared to Berthoud, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.6% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% lower
  Commute
  23.4% lower
  Health
  17.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% lower