Cost of Living Calculator - Marion, Iowa vs Goleta, California


The cost of living in Goleta, California is 110.6% more expensive than Marion, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $157,979 in Goleta, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Goleta, California is more expensive than Marion, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
407% more expensive in Goleta
than in Marion, Iowa
Marion, IA vs Goleta, CA
Compared to Marion, Goleta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  110.6% 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
  13.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  362.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% lower
  Commute
  32.8% higher
  Health
  10.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% higher

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