Grinnell, Iowa vs. Kingston, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kingston, New York is 36.1% more expensive than Grinnell, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $68,056 in Kingston, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Grinnell, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kingston, New York is more expensive than Grinnell, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Kingston
than in Grinnell, Iowa
Grinnell, IA vs. Kingston, NY
Compared to Grinnell, Kingston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.1% 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
  6.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.0% higher
  Commute
  56.6% higher
  Health
  4.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher