Grimes, Iowa vs. Creston, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Creston, Iowa is 23.5% cheaper than Grimes, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $38,245 in Creston, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Grimes, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Creston, Iowa is cheaper than Grimes, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Creston
than in Grimes, Iowa
Grimes, IA vs. Creston, IA
Compared to Grimes, Creston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.5% 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
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.1% higher
  Commute
  22.5% lower
  Health
  18.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% higher