Monroe, Michigan vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 2.1% more expensive than Monroe, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $76,581 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is more expensive than Monroe, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% more expensive in Iowa City
than in Monroe, Michigan
Monroe, MI vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Monroe, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% 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
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% lower
  Commute
  35.3% lower
  Health
  21.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% higher