Marion, Iowa vs. Clear Lake, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Clear Lake, Iowa is 2.8% cheaper than Marion, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $48,582 in Clear Lake, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Clear Lake, Iowa is cheaper than Marion, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
16% cheaper in Clear Lake
than in Marion, Iowa
Marion, IA vs. Clear Lake, IA
Compared to Marion, Clear Lake is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  12.2% lower
  Health
  1.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower