Iowa City, Iowa vs. Omaha, Nebraska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Omaha, Nebraska is 3.0% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $68,483 in Omaha, Nebraska to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Omaha, Nebraska is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
26% more expensive in Omaha
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Omaha, NE
Compared to Iowa City, Omaha is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% 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
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% higher
  Commute
  19.3% higher
  Health
  10.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.0% lower