Emporia, Kansas vs. Dubuque, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dubuque, Iowa is 11.3% more expensive than Emporia, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $55,631 in Dubuque, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Emporia, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dubuque, Iowa is more expensive than Emporia, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in Dubuque
than in Emporia, Kansas
Emporia, KS vs. Dubuque, IA
Compared to Emporia, Dubuque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.3% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.1% lower
  Commute
  12.4% higher
  Health
  2.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.0% higher