Palmer, Iowa vs. Emmetsburg, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emmetsburg, Iowa is 10.6% more expensive than Palmer, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $55,295 in Emmetsburg, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmer, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emmetsburg, Iowa is more expensive than Palmer, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in Emmetsburg
than in Palmer, Iowa
Palmer, IA vs. Emmetsburg, IA
Compared to Palmer, Emmetsburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.6% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  265.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% lower
  Commute
  4.1% lower
  Health
  0.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower