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IOWA CITY vs. SAN LUIS OBISPO
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Iowa City, Iowa vs. San Luis Obispo, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Luis Obispo, California is
77.4%
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa.
You would need a salary of
$141,927
in San Luis Obispo, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Luis Obispo, California is
more expensive
than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
250% more expensive in San Luis Obispo
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. San Luis Obispo, CA
Compared to Iowa City, San Luis Obispo is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
77.4% higher
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Food
10.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
227.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.2% higher
Commute
22.3% higher
Health
4.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.0% lower
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