Cost of Living Calculator - Round Rock, Texas vs Altoona, Iowa


The cost of living in Altoona, Iowa is 23.0% cheaper than Round Rock, Texas.

You would need a salary of $38,498 in Altoona, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Round Rock, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Iowa is cheaper than Round Rock, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Altoona
than in Round Rock, Texas
Round Rock, TX vs Altoona, IA
Compared to Round Rock, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.0% 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
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  29.4% lower
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower

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