Iowa City, Iowa vs. Portage, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portage, Michigan is 2.1% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $51,032 in Portage, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portage, Michigan is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
33% more expensive in Portage
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Portage, MI
Compared to Iowa City, Portage is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% 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
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.5% higher
  Commute
  33.7% higher
  Health
  12.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% lower