Manson, Iowa vs. Pasadena, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pasadena, California is 154.2% more expensive than Manson, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $101,669 in Pasadena, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Manson, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pasadena, California is more expensive than Manson, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
708% more expensive in Pasadena
than in Manson, Iowa
Manson, IA vs. Pasadena, CA
Compared to Manson, Pasadena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  154.2% 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
  11.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  821.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% higher
  Commute
  126.0% higher
  Health
  31.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher