Dickinson, North Dakota vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 4.9% cheaper than Dickinson, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $47,546 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Dickinson, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Dickinson, North Dakota
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
13% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Dickinson, North Dakota
Dickinson, ND vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Dickinson, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% 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
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.8% higher
  Commute
  1.5% higher
  Health
  2.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% lower