Cost of Living Calculator - Ottumwa, Iowa vs Gary, Indiana


The cost of living in Gary, Indiana is 5.2% more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $21,039 in Gary, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gary, Indiana is more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
50% more expensive in Gary
than in Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa, IA vs Gary, IN
Compared to Ottumwa, Gary is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% lower
  Commute
  50.8% higher
  Health
  21.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher

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