Santa Monica, California vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 67.9% cheaper than Santa Monica, California.

You would need a salary of $25,656 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Santa Monica, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  67.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  10.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  86.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.2% higher
  Commute
  55.7% lower
  Health
  15.3% higher
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  Personal
  0.3% lower
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