Lakeway, Texas vs. Altoona, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Iowa is 41.8% cheaper than Lakeway, Texas.

You would need a salary of $29,123 in Altoona, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakeway, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Iowa is cheaper than Lakeway, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Altoona
than in Lakeway, Texas
Lakeway, TX vs. Altoona, IA
Compared to Lakeway, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.8% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% lower
  Commute
  35.3% lower
  Health
  0.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% lower