Perry, Iowa vs. Marengo, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Marengo, Iowa is 1.8% cheaper than Perry, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $49,109 in Marengo, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Perry, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Marengo, Iowa is cheaper than Perry, Iowa
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
30% cheaper in Marengo
than in Perry, Iowa
Perry, IA vs. Marengo, IA
Compared to Perry, Marengo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% 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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  1.2% lower
  Health
  2.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% lower