Monroe, Michigan vs. Ottosen, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ottosen, Iowa is 8.8% cheaper than Monroe, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $45,609 in Ottosen, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ottosen, Iowa is cheaper than Monroe, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% cheaper in Ottosen
than in Monroe, Michigan
Monroe, MI vs. Ottosen, IA
Compared to Monroe, Ottosen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.8% 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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.9% lower
  Commute
  37.1% lower
  Health
  45.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% higher