Roy, Washington vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 31.6% cheaper than Roy, Washington.

You would need a salary of $66,340 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Roy, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Roy, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Roy, Washington
Roy, WA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Roy, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.6% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.9% higher
  Commute
  44.3% lower
  Health
  17.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% lower