Johnston, Iowa vs. Manassas, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manassas, Virginia is 26.7% more expensive than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $272,378 in Manassas, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manassas, Virginia is more expensive than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Manassas
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs. Manassas, VA
Compared to Johnston, Manassas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.7% 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
  8.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.6% higher
  Commute
  35.5% higher
  Health
  2.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.7% higher