Charles City, Iowa vs. Malta, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Malta, New York is 48.4% more expensive than Charles City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $89,065 in Malta, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Charles City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Malta, New York is more expensive than Charles City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
203% more expensive in Malta
than in Charles City, Iowa
Charles City, IA vs. Malta, NY
Compared to Charles City, Malta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.4% higher
      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
  12.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  208.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% higher
  Commute
  41.9% higher
  Health
  15.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.8% higher