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IOWA CITY vs. EAST LANSING
Cost of Living Comparison
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Iowa City, Iowa vs. East Lansing, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in East Lansing, Michigan is
3.4%
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$134,472
in East Lansing, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, East Lansing, Michigan is
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
27% more expensive in East Lansing
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. East Lansing, MI
Compared to Iowa City, East Lansing is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
3.4% higher
Child Care
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Food
4.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
7.3% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.5% higher
Commute
27.6% higher
Health
15.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.9% lower
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