Ankeny, Iowa vs. Roseau, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Roseau, Minnesota is 17.4% cheaper than Ankeny, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $41,323 in Roseau, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Ankeny, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Roseau, Minnesota is cheaper than Ankeny, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in Roseau
than in Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, IA vs. Roseau, MN
Compared to Ankeny, Roseau is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.4% lower
      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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.5% lower
  Commute
  13.6% lower
  Health
  22.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.2% higher