Cost of Living Calculator - Dow City, Iowa vs Fresno, California


The cost of living in Fresno, California is 51.5% more expensive than Dow City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $75,738 in Fresno, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Dow City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fresno, California is more expensive than Dow City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
359% more expensive in Fresno
than in Dow City, Iowa
Dow City, IA vs Fresno, CA
Compared to Dow City, Fresno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.5% 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
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  323.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% higher
  Commute
  58.7% higher
  Health
  21.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% higher

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