Lincoln, Nebraska vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 4.7% cheaper than Lincoln, Nebraska.

You would need a salary of $71,475 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Lincoln, Nebraska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
20% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Lincoln, Nebraska
Lincoln, NE vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Lincoln, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  9.9% lower
  Health
  22.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher