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MERCED vs. CEDAR RAPIDS
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Cost of Living Calculator - Merced, California vs Cedar Rapids, Iowa
The cost of living in Cedar Rapids, Iowa is
25.1%
cheaper
than Merced, California.
You would need a salary of
$37,429
in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cedar Rapids, Iowa is
cheaper
than Merced, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Cedar Rapids
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs Cedar Rapids, IA
Compared to Merced, Cedar Rapids is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
25.1% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
49.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
8.1% lower
Commute
31.9% lower
Health
15.7% lower
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Personal
1.0% higher
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