Blaine, Minnesota vs. Ankeny, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ankeny, Iowa is 11.8% cheaper than Blaine, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $44,115 in Ankeny, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Blaine, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ankeny, Iowa is cheaper than Blaine, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% cheaper in Ankeny
than in Blaine, Minnesota
Blaine, MN vs. Ankeny, IA
Compared to Blaine, Ankeny is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.7% lower
  Commute
  29.8% lower
  Health
  37.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.8% lower