Fort Madison, Iowa vs. Texas City, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Texas City, Texas is 15.7% more expensive than Fort Madison, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $57,828 in Texas City, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Madison, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Texas City, Texas is more expensive than Fort Madison, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
86% more expensive in Texas City
than in Fort Madison, Iowa
Fort Madison, IA vs. Texas City, TX
Compared to Fort Madison, Texas City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.7% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% lower
  Commute
  33.6% higher
  Health
  16.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher