Cost of Living Calculator - Johnston, Iowa vs Algona, Iowa


The cost of living in Algona, Iowa is 20.5% cheaper than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $39,772 in Algona, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Algona, Iowa is cheaper than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Algona
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs Algona, IA
Compared to Johnston, Algona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.5% lower
      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
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.1% higher
  Commute
  20.5% lower
  Health
  20.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% higher

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