Iowa City, Iowa vs. Lexington, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lexington, Virginia is 1.7% cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $79,607 in Lexington, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lexington, Virginia is cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
15% cheaper in Lexington
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Lexington, VA
Compared to Iowa City, Lexington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% 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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.6% higher
  Commute
  14.9% lower
  Health
  3.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% lower