New York, New York vs. Waukee, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waukee, Iowa is 43.2% cheaper than New York, New York.

You would need a salary of $42,616 in Waukee, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in New York, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waukee, Iowa is cheaper than New York, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Waukee
than in New York, New York
New York, NY vs. Waukee, IA
Compared to New York, Waukee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.2% 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
  13.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.1% lower
  Commute
  57.4% lower
  Health
  18.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% lower