Derby, Kansas vs. Dubuque, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dubuque, Iowa is 7.3% cheaper than Derby, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $59,299 in Dubuque, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Derby, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dubuque, Iowa is cheaper than Derby, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% cheaper in Dubuque
than in Derby, Kansas
Derby, KS vs. Dubuque, IA
Compared to Derby, Dubuque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.3% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  12.6% lower
  Health
  1.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher