Ankeny, Iowa vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 21.4% more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $80,387 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Ankeny, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Olympia
than in Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, IA vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Ankeny, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.4% 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
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.7% lower
  Commute
  18.2% higher
  Health
  14.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher