Federal Way, Washington vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 35.0% cheaper than Federal Way, Washington.

You would need a salary of $35,764 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Federal Way, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Federal Way, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Federal Way, Washington
Federal Way, WA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Federal Way, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.0% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.2% higher
  Commute
  53.9% lower
  Health
  17.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.5% lower