Gilroy, California vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 49.7% cheaper than Gilroy, California.

You would need a salary of $25,173 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Gilroy, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Gilroy, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
73% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Gilroy, California
Gilroy, CA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Gilroy, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.7% 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
  10.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% lower
  Commute
  42.7% lower
  Health
  3.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower