Lamoni, Iowa vs. Columbus, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Mississippi is 0.5% cheaper than Lamoni, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $49,732 in Columbus, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Lamoni, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Mississippi is cheaper than Lamoni, Iowa
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
12% cheaper in Columbus
than in Lamoni, Iowa
Lamoni, IA vs. Columbus, MS
Compared to Lamoni, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.5% 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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  8.8% lower
  Health
  12.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher