Ankeny, Iowa vs. Denver, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Denver, Colorado is 38.6% more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $69,306 in Denver, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Ankeny, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Denver, Colorado is more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% more expensive in Denver
than in Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, IA vs. Denver, CO
Compared to Ankeny, Denver is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.6% 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
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% lower
  Commute
  50.6% higher
  Health
  18.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.0% higher