Harlingen, Texas vs. Waterloo, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waterloo, Iowa is 1.8% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $91,044 in Waterloo, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waterloo, Iowa is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
66% more expensive in Waterloo
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Waterloo, IA
Compared to Harlingen, Waterloo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  11.8% lower
  Health
  4.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.6% higher