Cost of Living Calculator - Carson City, Nevada vs Iowa City, Iowa


The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 21.2% cheaper than Carson City, Nevada.

You would need a salary of $39,386 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Carson City, Nevada.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Carson City, Nevada
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Carson City, Nevada
Carson City, NV vs Iowa City, IA
Compared to Carson City, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.2% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  18.2% lower
  Health
  4.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% higher

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