Cost of Living Calculator - Johnston, Iowa vs Atlanta, Georgia


The cost of living in Atlanta, Georgia is 13.6% more expensive than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $261,288 in Atlanta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Atlanta, Georgia is more expensive than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
4% more expensive in Atlanta
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs Atlanta, GA
Compared to Johnston, Atlanta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.6% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.9% higher
  Commute
  62.1% higher
  Health
  3.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.6% higher

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