Muscatine, Iowa vs. Caldwell, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Caldwell, Texas is 11.7% more expensive than Muscatine, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $55,859 in Caldwell, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Muscatine, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Caldwell, Texas is more expensive than Muscatine, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% more expensive in Caldwell
than in Muscatine, Iowa
Muscatine, IA vs. Caldwell, TX
Compared to Muscatine, Caldwell is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  28.1% higher
  Health
  0.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% lower