Manitowoc, Wisconsin vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 18.5% more expensive than Manitowoc, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $59,239 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is more expensive than Manitowoc, Wisconsin
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Iowa City
than in Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Manitowoc, WI vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Manitowoc, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.5% 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
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  106.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.6% higher
  Commute
  5.4% higher
  Health
  13.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% higher