Tama, Iowa vs. Altoona, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Iowa is 25.1% more expensive than Tama, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $62,552 in Altoona, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Tama, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Iowa is more expensive than Tama, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in Altoona
than in Tama, Iowa
Tama, IA vs. Altoona, IA
Compared to Tama, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.1% higher
      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
  7.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  153.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% lower
  Commute
  13.6% higher
  Health
  6.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower

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