Cost of Living Calculator - Iowa City, Iowa vs Tempe, Arizona


The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 29.1% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $90,390 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, Arizona is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% more expensive in Tempe
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs Tempe, AZ
Compared to Iowa City, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.1% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% higher
  Commute
  57.8% higher
  Health
  11.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% lower

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