Lubbock, Texas vs. Le Mars, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Le Mars, Iowa is 4.0% cheaper than Lubbock, Texas.

You would need a salary of $48,017 in Le Mars, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Lubbock, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Le Mars, Iowa is cheaper than Lubbock, Texas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
15% cheaper in Le Mars
than in Lubbock, Texas
Lubbock, TX vs. Le Mars, IA
Compared to Lubbock, Le Mars is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.0% 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
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% lower
  Commute
  16.8% lower
  Health
  15.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% higher