Fort Madison, Iowa vs. New York, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New York, New York is 137.8% more expensive than Fort Madison, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $194,996 in New York, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Madison, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New York, New York is more expensive than Fort Madison, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
549% more expensive in New York
than in Fort Madison, Iowa
Fort Madison, IA vs. New York, NY
Compared to Fort Madison, New York is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  137.8% 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
  25.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  715.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  52.9% higher
  Commute
  183.0% higher
  Health
  9.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  24.2% higher