Boise City, Idaho vs. Marion, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marion, Iowa is 27.4% cheaper than Boise City, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $36,309 in Marion, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Boise City, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marion, Iowa is cheaper than Boise City, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Marion
than in Boise City, Idaho
Boise City, ID vs. Marion, IA
Compared to Boise City, Marion is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.4% 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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% higher
  Commute
  15.3% lower
  Health
  2.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% higher