Eugene, Oregon vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 18.7% cheaper than Eugene, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $44,697 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Eugene, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Eugene, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Eugene, Oregon
Eugene, OR vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Eugene, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% 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)
  28.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% higher
  Commute
  22.6% lower
  Health
  8.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% higher