Madison, South Dakota vs. Waverly, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waverly, Iowa is 2.8% more expensive than Madison, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $51,378 in Waverly, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Madison, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waverly, Iowa is more expensive than Madison, South Dakota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
68% more expensive in Waverly
than in Madison, South Dakota
Madison, SD vs. Waverly, IA
Compared to Madison, Waverly is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% 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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.6% higher
  Commute
  0.8% higher
  Health
  13.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% higher