Independence, Missouri vs. Harlan, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Harlan, Iowa is 13.8% cheaper than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $86,199 in Harlan, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Harlan, Iowa is cheaper than Independence, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% cheaper in Harlan
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs. Harlan, IA
Compared to Independence, Harlan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.8% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.8% lower
  Commute
  31.4% lower
  Health
  9.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% lower