Jackson, Minnesota vs. Boone, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boone, Iowa is 4.7% more expensive than Jackson, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $52,351 in Boone, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Jackson, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boone, Iowa is more expensive than Jackson, Minnesota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
82% more expensive in Boone
than in Jackson, Minnesota
Jackson, MN vs. Boone, IA
Compared to Jackson, Boone is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.7% higher
  Commute
  4.9% higher
  Health
  31.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% higher