Cost of Living Calculator - Johnston, Iowa vs Elk Grove, California


The cost of living in Elk Grove, California is 42.1% more expensive than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $106,542 in Elk Grove, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elk Grove, California is more expensive than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% more expensive in Elk Grove
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs Elk Grove, CA
Compared to Johnston, Elk Grove is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.1% 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
  4.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% higher
  Commute
  69.1% higher
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.0% higher

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