Newark, Delaware vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 15.7% cheaper than Newark, Delaware.

You would need a salary of $23,590 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, Delaware.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Newark, Delaware
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Newark, Delaware
Newark, DE vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Newark, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.7% 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
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.7% lower
  Commute
  27.6% lower
  Health
  7.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower