Rome, Iowa vs. New York, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New York, New York is 153.2% more expensive than Rome, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $126,577 in New York, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rome, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New York, New York is more expensive than Rome, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
959% more expensive in New York
than in Rome, Iowa
Rome, IA vs. New York, NY
Compared to Rome, New York is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  153.2% 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
  23.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,544.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  49.0% higher
  Commute
  180.8% higher
  Health
  9.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.9% higher