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PALO ALTO vs. IOWA CITY
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Cost of Living Calculator - Palo Alto, California vs Iowa City, Iowa
The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is
79.9%
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California.
You would need a salary of
$15,111
in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Palo Alto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is
cheaper
than Palo Alto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA vs Iowa City, IA
Compared to Palo Alto, Iowa City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
79.9% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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19.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
92.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
4.4% higher
Commute
51.3% lower
Health
3.4% lower
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Personal
2.2% lower
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