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DUBUQUE vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Dubuque, Iowa vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
197.6%
more expensive
than Dubuque, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$357,073
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Dubuque, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Dubuque, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
493% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Dubuque, Iowa
Dubuque, IA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Dubuque, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
197.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
21.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
771.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.1% lower
Commute
123.4% higher
Health
9.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
20.7% higher
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