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IOWA CITY vs. LOS ANGELES
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Iowa City, Iowa vs. Los Angeles, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Los Angeles, California is
102.1%
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$402,872
in Los Angeles, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Angeles, California is
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
243% more expensive in Los Angeles
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Los Angeles, CA
Compared to Iowa City, Los Angeles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
102.1% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Taxes Considered
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Food
4.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
208.1% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.2% lower
Commute
141.3% higher
Health
13.5% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.9% higher
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