Rose Hill, Iowa vs. Ottumwa, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ottumwa, Iowa is 6.4% cheaper than Rose Hill, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $46,824 in Ottumwa, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Rose Hill, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ottumwa, Iowa is cheaper than Rose Hill, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Ottumwa
than in Rose Hill, Iowa
Rose Hill, IA vs. Ottumwa, IA
Compared to Rose Hill, Ottumwa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.4% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  4.3% lower
  Health
  3.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% lower