Fort Dodge, Iowa vs. Fort Madison, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Madison, Iowa is 1.1% more expensive than Fort Dodge, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $75,856 in Fort Madison, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Dodge, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Madison, Iowa is more expensive than Fort Dodge, Iowa
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
20% more expensive in Fort Madison
than in Fort Dodge, Iowa
Fort Dodge, IA vs. Fort Madison, IA
Compared to Fort Dodge, Fort Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.1% 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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% higher
  Commute
  8.8% higher
  Health
  6.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher

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