Washington, District of Columbia vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 42.1% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $57,902 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Washington, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.1% lower
      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
  12.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.4% lower
  Commute
  49.4% lower
  Health
  8.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower