Marshalltown, Iowa vs. Altoona, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Iowa is 23.0% more expensive than Marshalltown, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $61,523 in Altoona, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Marshalltown, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Iowa is more expensive than Marshalltown, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
115% more expensive in Altoona
than in Marshalltown, Iowa
Marshalltown, IA vs. Altoona, IA
Compared to Marshalltown, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.0% 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
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  114.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.8% lower
  Commute
  24.8% higher
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% lower