In Cedar Rapids, United States, living costs about $1482 per month for one person and $3738 for a family of four, including rent.
Compared to the European benchmark, Cedar Rapids is 4% more expensive overall.
Cedar Rapids is 52% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Cedar Rapids is, on average, 70% lower than in New York City.
Cedar Rapids tends to fit higher-income residents who can comfortably absorb housing costs. It can be challenging on a moderate budget, mainly due to rent and utilities.
The cost of living is influenced primarily by rent and utilities, which are higher than in many other areas. This can make it difficult for those on tighter budgets.
Food costs are 4% higher than the European benchmark, which may impact overall living expenses. Residents should budget accordingly.
Public transport is 27% lower than the European benchmark, making it a cost-effective option for residents. This can help offset other living expenses.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 11.5 $ |
| Dinner | 51.5 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 9.3 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 5.11 $ |
| Capuccino | 4.95 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1.84 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.99 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 2.37 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.28 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 3.02 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 12.9 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 11.3 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 12.8 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.4 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.13 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.78 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.35 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.2 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.33 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.11 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.96 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 12.9 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.1 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 9.21 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 2.5 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 31.7 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.87 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 21.7 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 77.9 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 5.82 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 4.36 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 2.82 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 2.04 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 108 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 167 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 58.9 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 571 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 1,083 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 875 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 1,493 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,6 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,59 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 3,805 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.53% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 46.6 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 12.5 $ |
| Haircut | 12 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 102 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 52.6 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 964 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 24,800 $ |