Burlington, Vermont vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 22.4% cheaper than Burlington, Vermont.

You would need a salary of $38,825 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Burlington, Vermont.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Burlington, Vermont
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Burlington, Vermont
Burlington, VT vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Burlington, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.4% 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
  10.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.5% lower
  Commute
  13.5% lower
  Health
  19.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower