Houston, Texas vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 8.7% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $173,467 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
42% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Houston, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
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  8.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  2.7% lower
  Commute
  42.4% lower
  Health
  9.4% higher
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  Personal
  3.2% higher
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