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IOWA CITY vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Iowa City, Iowa vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
179.8%
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$100,734
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
365% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Iowa City, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
179.8% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
17.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
515.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.8% higher
Commute
130.9% higher
Health
10.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
16.3% higher
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