Cost of Living Calculator - Lancaster, Ohio vs Altoona, Iowa


The cost of living in Altoona, Iowa is 2.0% more expensive than Lancaster, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $81,638 in Altoona, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Lancaster, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Iowa is more expensive than Lancaster, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% more expensive in Altoona
than in Lancaster, Ohio
Lancaster, OH vs Altoona, IA
Compared to Lancaster, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.0% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.8% lower
  Commute
  17.4% lower
  Health
  11.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% lower

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