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How Much Does It Cost to Live in Iowa?

Six Iowa residents share a glimpse of everyday life in their cities.

By Livability on March 31, 2023

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Des Moines / Photo via Flickr: by Daniel Hartwig CC 4.0 license

If you’re looking to move to Iowa, the vibrant cities of Cedar Falls in the Cedar Valley region, Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, Marshalltown, Mason City and Sioux City will likely be at or near the top of your list.

So if you’re wondering how much does it cost to live in Iowa, we’ve got you covered. Livability talked with six residents of these cities to see what they have to say about living and working in Iowa.

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The Cost of Living Diaries: Cedar Valley, IA

Learn from a local what everyday life is like in the Cedar Valley area of Iowa. 
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The Cost of Living Diaries: Cedar Rapids, IA

Get the inside scoop on what it’s like to be a local in Cedar Rapids.
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The Cost of Living Diaries: Des Moines, IA

Get the inside scoop on what it’s like to be a local in Iowa’s capital city.
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The Cost of Living Diaries: Marshalltown, IA

Get a local’s perspective on living and working in the region.
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The Cost of Living Diaries: Mason City, IA

Learn from a local on what it’s like to live in Mason City, Iowa.
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The Cost of Living Diaries: Sioux City, IA

Get the inside scoop on what it’s like to be a local in Sioux City, Iowa.

Want to learn more about living and working in Iowa? Check out the latest edition of Livability This Is Iowa.

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