Ankeny, Iowa vs. Renton, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Renton, Washington is 56.8% more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $198,033 in Renton, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Ankeny, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Renton, Washington is more expensive than Ankeny, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
115% more expensive in Renton
than in Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, IA vs. Renton, WA
Compared to Ankeny, Renton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.8% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  96.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.1% lower
  Commute
  85.3% higher
  Health
  13.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  30.2% higher