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SAN JOSE vs. IOWA CITY
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San Jose, California vs. Iowa City, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is
59.4%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$24,335
in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% cheaper in Iowa City
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to San Jose, Iowa City is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
59.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
12.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
77.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.0% lower
Commute
54.6% lower
Health
3.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
1.1% lower
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