Boston, Massachusetts vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 43.2% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $105,163 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Boston, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.6% lower
  Commute
  48.0% lower
  Health
  15.9% higher
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  Personal
  19.8% lower
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