Warsaw, Illinois vs. Altoona, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Altoona, Iowa is 23.7% more expensive than Warsaw, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $61,862 in Altoona, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Warsaw, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Altoona, Iowa is more expensive than Warsaw, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
201% more expensive in Altoona
than in Warsaw, Illinois
Warsaw, IL vs. Altoona, IA
Compared to Warsaw, Altoona is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.7% 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
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  169.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.9% lower
  Commute
  10.5% higher
  Health
  12.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% lower