Marshalltown, Iowa vs. Plano, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Plano, Texas is 49.7% more expensive than Marshalltown, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $112,243 in Plano, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Marshalltown, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Plano, Texas is more expensive than Marshalltown, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
283% more expensive in Plano
than in Marshalltown, Iowa
Marshalltown, IA vs. Plano, TX
Compared to Marshalltown, Plano is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.7% 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
  9.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  233.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  41.5% higher
  Health
  7.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% lower