Denver, Colorado vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 31.8% cheaper than Denver, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $43,668 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Denver, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Denver, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Denver, Colorado
Denver, CO vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Denver, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  47.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% lower
  Commute
  41.0% lower
  Health
  24.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher