Waco, Texas vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 10.5% more expensive than Waco, Texas.

You would need a salary of $55,260 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is more expensive than Waco, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Iowa City
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Waco, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% 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
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  5.3% lower
  Health
  3.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.3% higher