Johnston, Iowa vs. Marion, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marion, Iowa is 12.1% cheaper than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $43,925 in Marion, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marion, Iowa is cheaper than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Marion
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs. Marion, IA
Compared to Johnston, Marion is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.0% higher
  Commute
  5.4% lower
  Health
  0.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.5% higher