Las Cruces, New Mexico vs. Marion, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marion, Iowa is 1.3% more expensive than Las Cruces, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $50,659 in Marion, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marion, Iowa is more expensive than Las Cruces, New Mexico
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
43% more expensive in Marion
than in Las Cruces, New Mexico
Las Cruces, NM vs. Marion, IA
Compared to Las Cruces, Marion is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% 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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.9% higher
  Commute
  3.1% lower
  Health
  18.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.6% lower