Madison, Indiana vs. Ankeny, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ankeny, Iowa is 23.1% more expensive than Madison, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $61,549 in Ankeny, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ankeny, Iowa is more expensive than Madison, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% more expensive in Ankeny
than in Madison, Indiana
Madison, IN vs. Ankeny, IA
Compared to Madison, Ankeny is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.1% 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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.1% higher
  Commute
  16.3% higher
  Health
  19.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower