Omaha, Nebraska vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 2.9% cheaper than Omaha, Nebraska.

You would need a salary of $103,902 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Omaha, Nebraska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Omaha, Nebraska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
20% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Omaha, Nebraska
Omaha, NE vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Omaha, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  16.2% lower
  Health
  9.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.0% higher