Cost of Living Calculator - Downey, California vs Iowa City, Iowa


The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 42.8% cheaper than Downey, California.

You would need a salary of $42,892 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Downey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Downey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Downey, California
Downey, CA vs Iowa City, IA
Compared to Downey, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.8% 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
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  56.8% lower
  Health
  15.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower

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