Cost of Living Calculator - Iowa City, Iowa vs Manhattan, New York


The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is 153.9% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $507,801 in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
339% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs Manhattan, NY
Compared to Iowa City, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  153.9% 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
  20.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  437.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  60.1% higher
  Commute
  135.0% higher
  Health
  20.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  44.2% higher

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