Fort Madison, Iowa vs. Burlington, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Burlington, Iowa is 3.1% cheaper than Fort Madison, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $48,449 in Burlington, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Madison, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Burlington, Iowa is cheaper than Fort Madison, Iowa
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
8% cheaper in Burlington
than in Fort Madison, Iowa
Fort Madison, IA vs. Burlington, IA
Compared to Fort Madison, Burlington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  5.5% lower
  Health
  0.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower