Iowa City, Iowa vs. Monona, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monona, Iowa is 13.2% cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $65,109 in Monona, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monona, Iowa is cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Monona
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Monona, IA
Compared to Iowa City, Monona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.2% 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
  5.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  2.5% higher
  Health
  1.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% lower