Cost of Living Calculator - Modesto, California vs Iowa City, Iowa


The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 24.1% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $56,919 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs Iowa City, IA
Compared to Modesto, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.1% 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)
  25.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.2% lower
  Commute
  39.9% lower
  Health
  3.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% higher

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