Cost of Living Calculator - Marion, Iowa vs Washington, District of Columbia


The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 78.0% more expensive than Marion, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $133,511 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is more expensive than Marion, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
177% more expensive in Washington
than in Marion, Iowa
Marion, IA vs Washington, DC
Compared to Marion, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  78.0% 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
  16.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  215.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% higher
  Commute
  89.0% higher
  Health
  6.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% higher

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