Cost of Living Calculator - Johnston, Iowa vs Tempe, Arizona


The cost of living in Tempe, Arizona is 16.9% more expensive than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $58,463 in Tempe, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tempe, Arizona is more expensive than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Tempe
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs Tempe, AZ
Compared to Johnston, Tempe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.9% 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
  3.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% higher
  Commute
  42.8% higher
  Health
  9.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% higher

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