Dike, Iowa vs. Forney, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Forney, Texas is 23.3% more expensive than Dike, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $61,653 in Forney, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Dike, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Forney, Texas is more expensive than Dike, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Forney
than in Dike, Iowa
Dike, IA vs. Forney, TX
Compared to Dike, Forney is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.3% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% higher
  Commute
  77.3% higher
  Health
  8.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% lower