McAllen, Texas vs. Council Bluffs, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Council Bluffs, Iowa is 3.8% more expensive than McAllen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $51,904 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in McAllen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Council Bluffs, Iowa is more expensive than McAllen, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
43% more expensive in Council Bluffs
than in McAllen, Texas
Mcallen, TX vs. Council Bluffs, IA
Compared to Mcallen, Council Bluffs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% higher
  Commute
  4.4% lower
  Health
  9.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.9% higher