Pasadena, California vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 53.1% cheaper than Pasadena, California.

You would need a salary of $35,199 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Pasadena, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Pasadena, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Pasadena, California
Pasadena, CA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Pasadena, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  53.1% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  55.9% lower
  Health
  20.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% lower