Cost of Living Calculator - Goleta, California vs Iowa City, Iowa


The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 51.1% cheaper than Goleta, California.

You would need a salary of $24,467 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Goleta, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Goleta, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Goleta, California
Goleta, CA vs Iowa City, IA
Compared to Goleta, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  51.1% 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
  10.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% higher
  Commute
  28.0% lower
  Health
  8.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher

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