Cost of Living Calculator - Ottumwa, Iowa vs Dawson, Minnesota


The cost of living in Dawson, Minnesota is 4.0% cheaper than Ottumwa, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $53,162 in Dawson, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dawson, Minnesota is cheaper than Ottumwa, Iowa
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
30% cheaper in Dawson
than in Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa, IA vs Dawson, MN
Compared to Ottumwa, Dawson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.0% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.6% lower
  Commute
  5.9% lower
  Health
  30.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% higher

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