Clear Lake, Iowa vs. Odessa, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Odessa, Texas is 2.4% more expensive than Clear Lake, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $117,798 in Odessa, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Clear Lake, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Odessa, Texas is more expensive than Clear Lake, Iowa
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
67% more expensive in Odessa
than in Clear Lake, Iowa
Clear Lake, IA vs. Odessa, TX
Compared to Clear Lake, Odessa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  32.4% higher
  Health
  12.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher