West Islip, New York vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 32.5% cheaper than West Islip, New York.

You would need a salary of $33,746 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in West Islip, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than West Islip, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Iowa City
than in West Islip, New York
West Islip, NY vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to West Islip, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.5% 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
  6.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.3% lower
  Commute
  39.3% lower
  Health
  16.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower