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LOS ANGELES vs. IOWA CITY
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Los Angeles, California vs. Iowa City, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is
50.5%
cheaper
than Los Angeles, California.
You would need a salary of
$160,832
in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Angeles, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is
cheaper
than Los Angeles, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Los Angeles, Iowa City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
50.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
67.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.2% higher
Commute
58.6% lower
Health
15.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.9% lower
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