San Diego, California vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 45.6% cheaper than San Diego, California.

You would need a salary of $65,237 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Iowa City
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to San Diego, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.7% lower
  Commute
  43.0% lower
  Health
  16.9% higher
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  Personal
  1.9% lower
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