Malvern, Iowa vs. Jefferson, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jefferson, Iowa is 15.8% cheaper than Malvern, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $42,087 in Jefferson, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Malvern, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jefferson, Iowa is cheaper than Malvern, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Jefferson
than in Malvern, Iowa
Malvern, IA vs. Jefferson, IA
Compared to Malvern, Jefferson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.8% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.8% higher
  Commute
  31.0% lower
  Health
  2.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% lower