Fairfield, Iowa vs. Omaha, Nebraska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Omaha, Nebraska is 21.4% more expensive than Fairfield, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $91,014 in Omaha, Nebraska to maintain the standard of living you have in Fairfield, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Omaha, Nebraska is more expensive than Fairfield, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% more expensive in Omaha
than in Fairfield, Iowa
Fairfield, IA vs. Omaha, NE
Compared to Fairfield, Omaha is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.4% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  33.7% higher
  Health
  4.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% lower