Missoula, Montana vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 22.2% cheaper than Missoula, Montana.

You would need a salary of $38,894 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Missoula, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Missoula, Montana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Missoula, Montana
Missoula, MT vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Missoula, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.2% lower
      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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.8% higher
  Commute
  11.7% lower
  Health
  2.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher