Cost of Living Calculator - Johnston, Iowa vs Arvada, Colorado


The cost of living in Arvada, Colorado is 36.8% more expensive than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $68,380 in Arvada, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arvada, Colorado is more expensive than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
63% more expensive in Arvada
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs Arvada, CO
Compared to Johnston, Arvada is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.8% 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
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.7% higher
  Commute
  54.8% higher
  Health
  18.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.9% higher

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