Cost of Living Calculator - Independence, Iowa vs Las Vegas, Nevada


The cost of living in Las Vegas, Nevada is 43.6% more expensive than Independence, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $93,338 in Las Vegas, Nevada to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Las Vegas, Nevada is more expensive than Independence, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
120% more expensive in Las Vegas
than in Independence, Iowa
Independence, IA vs Las Vegas, NV
Compared to Independence, Las Vegas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.6% 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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  126.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% higher
  Commute
  96.8% higher
  Health
  10.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher

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